Available in: Arabic (spoken)/English (translation); Arabic (spoken)/Arabic (transcription)
Target Audience: Psychology students, Psychologists, Mental Health professionals, Medical professionals, The public
Instructor: Dr. Christina Riachi — Consultant Psychologist, Accredited CBT Trainer and Supervisor (University of Oxford)
Course Overview
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is recognized as the gold standard of psychotherapy, supported by decades of rigorous clinical research. This course introduces the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of CBT, focusing on how patterns of thinking, emotion, and behavior maintain psychological difficulties—and how structured interventions can bring measurable change.
Beyond its Western origins, the course explores CBT’s adaptability within Lebanon and the Middle East, where cultural values, family dynamics, and social pressures shape how distress is expressed and managed. With its emphasis on structured, and skills-based strategies, CBT provides accessible, effective tools for individuals and professionals in contexts where mental health resources may be limited and stigma remains a barrier.
What You’ll Gain
A scientifically grounded understanding of CBT’s principles, supported by clinical evidence
Insight into how cultural and social factors influence thought patterns and coping in Lebanon and the Middle East
Practical tools to identify cognitive distortions, restructure unhelpful thoughts, and promote adaptive behaviors
A strong foundation for further study or clinical application of CBT
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
Recognize the CBT model and its mechanisms of change
Understand how CBT can be applied effectively in the Lebanese and Middle Eastern sociocultural context
Use evidence-based CBT techniques to challenge unhelpful cognitions and support healthier behavioral patterns
Optional Add-On Sub-Modules
For learners who want to go deeper, additional modules are available:
· Maintenance Cycles: Understanding how maladaptive patterns persist over time
· Goals Setting in CBT: Structuring treatment and progress with SMART goals
· Socratic Method: Using guided questioning to challenge dysfunctional beliefs
References
Beck, A. T. (1976). Cognitive Therapy and the Emotional Disorders. International Universities Press.
Beck, J. S. (2011). Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Basics and Beyond (2nd ed.). Guilford Press.
Beck, A. T., Rush, A. J., Shaw, B. F., & Emery, G. (1979). Cognitive Therapy of Depression. Guilford Press.
Dobson, K. S. (Ed.). (2019). Handbook of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies (4th ed.). Guilford Press.
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