Goals

Training:

We plan to disseminate information about and provide training for those interested in CBT by organizing conferences, courses, workshops and by organizing the printing, publication and circulation of a newsletter containing articles, information and news relating to CBT.

Advancing Knowledge:

We plan to promote scientific research in CBT and related concepts and to provide a forum for discussion of matters relevant to both the science and practice of CBT among members of all helping professions.

Advocating:

We will work to educate and inform the public about CBT and to advocate in relation to matters pertaining to CBT and to the Association.

Credentialing:

We plan to develop, maintain and apply standards for eligible practitioners of CBT by providing an opportunity for members who meet these standards to obtain an appropriate credential.

  • Provide a forum for discussion of matters relevant to Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies among members of all helping professions.
  • Disseminate information about, set standards for and provide training in Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies among members of all helping professions.
  • Maintain standards for practitioners of Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapy by providing the opportunity for members who meet minimum criteria to become Accredited.
  • Represent the interests of behavioural and cognitive psychotherapists through liaison with public and professional bodies and other world-wide organisations with similar aims.
  • Publish and circulate an academic Journal, Newsletter and other publications aimed at disseminating research and information about the applications of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies.
  • Facilitate the formation of Geographical and Interest Groups in order to provide a local and special interest service to members.