Objective This paper describes the development and summarizes the content of a
competence framework for delivery of cognitive analytic therapy (CAT). Design The …

Objective There is a lack of brief rating scales for the reliable assessment of
psychotherapeutic skills, which do not require intensive rater training and/or a high level of …

In this special issue, Bond and Drake (2019) capture some of the key challenges and
considerations in evaluation of these measures. It is laudable that this issue focuses on a …

While the science documenting CBT's efficacy and effectiveness is strong, workplace
applications of the treatment model are often implemented improperly. Therefore, training …

Background The value of using comprehensive but cumbersome coding instruments to
assess therapeutic competency is unclear. Shorter, more general instruments may enable …

Mental health professionals generally lack competency for addressing religion and
spirituality in counseling settings. The spiritual competencies of the Association for Spiritual …

Background Behavioural medicine is characterised by findings for the effectiveness and
efficacy of complex behaviour change interventions. Comparatively, scant attention has …

Assessment of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) competence is a critical component in
ensuring optimal clinical care, supporting therapists' skill acquisition, and facilitating …

Background The reliable assessment of competence is crucial for promoting the
professional development of therapists. However, competence assessments are rarely …

While research on parenting programs typically focuses on program-specific evaluations,
this article considers therapeutic competence as a transversal feature across different …