TS4S040 - Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy with Complex and Transdiagnostic cases 01 Sep 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 1

Associated Module Information

Module Code: TS4S040
Module Title: Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy with Complex and Transdiagnostic cases
Faculty: Faculty of Life Sciences and Education
Faculty Group: Therapeutic Studies
Faculty Sub Group: Professional Learning in Education
Module Leader: Sarah Gilpin
Module Team: Taf Kunorubwe, Jane Muston
First Intended Intake: SEP 2022 Final Year of Intake:
Date Closed:
Credit Value: 20 Credit Level: 7
Language: English
Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: 0
Equivalent Module:
HECOS codes: 100254 - psychotherapy
HECOS Code Weighting: 100

Document Version Information

Version 1
Valid From 01 Sep 2022
Valid To 31 Aug 2028

Module Aims

To enable students to critically understand the theory and research underpinning the current practice of Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy relating to complex presentations of depression and anxiety within a transdiagnostic approach

To develop the knowledge and clinical skills required to treat common presentations of complex presentations using evidence-based formulation driven therapy within a transdiagnostic approach whilst maintaining fidelity in line with treatment protocols

Content Summary

This module content is based upon latest best practice and associated evidence base for Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy Theory, Principles and Practise for example the current 3 main core documents are:

BABCP Core Curriculum Layout 1 (babcp.com)
NHS England IAPT CBT HI Curriculum Adult Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) | Health Education England (hee.nhs.uk)
Roth and Pilling Competences Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy | UCL Psychology and Language Sciences - UCL – University College London
The above documents are influenced by the evolving evidence base in line with NICE guidance and content will be amended as new updates occur or new documents and guidance are published

A golden thread running through each aspect of this module content will be working with diversity
1. Formulation driven transdiagnostic approaches
2. Maintaining fidelity to treatment protocols when working with complex cases
3. Working with Imagery
4. Working with adversity
5. Using compassion focussed approaches

Learning and Teaching Methods

Activity Type Hours
Lecture 18
Tutorial 1
Demonstration 5
Practical classes and workshops 18
Independent Study 75
Directed Study 76
Active/Simulation Based 7
Total Hours Selected 200

Learning Outcomes

# Learning Outcome
LO1 Demonstrate a critical understanding of the theory and research underpinning the current practice of Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy when working within a transdiagnostic approach
LO2 Develop the knowledge and clinical skills required to treat depression and anxiety disorders using a transdiagnostic approach for complex cases or clients experiencing adversity

Module Requisites

N/A

Assessment Criteria

Assessment Category Assessment Type Description Duration Word Count Weight (%) Best of? Pass Mark
Asynchronous Assessment Case study 1 Combined case study with associated self-rated CTSR recording of a mid-stage therapy session 0 4000 100 No 40

Assessment Matrix

Assessment Type Learning Outcomes
LO1 LO2
Case study 1

Reading List

Beck, J. S. (2005) Cognitive therapy for challenging problems: What to do when the Basics don’t work. New York, Guilford Press.

Hackmann, A, Bennett-Levy, J. Holmes, A. (2021) Oxford Guide to Imagery in Cognitive Therapy. USA, Oxford University Press.

Gilbert, P & Simos, G (2022) Compassion Focused Therapy: Clinical Practice and Applications. New York, Routledge

Grey, N (2013) A Casebook of Cognitive Therapy for Traumatic Stress Reactions. New York, Routledge

Leahy, R. (2006) Roadblocks in CBT; Transforming Challenges into Opportunities. New York. Guilford Press.

Tarrier, N. & Johnson (Ed) (2015) Case Formulation in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: The treatment of challenging and complex cases. New York, Routledge

Tarrier, N, Wells, A and Haddock, G (1999) Treating Complex Cases: Cognitive Behavioural Approach. Chichester, Wiley.