At MedicsPro, our experienced team of professional recruiters ensures that we match qualified psychological therapist with locum and permanent roles worldwide.

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• A dedicated compliance officer
• A market-leading referral scheme
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• Expert consultative service
• Opportunities across the UK, Scotland, Ireland and Wales.
• Preferred supply status with numerous NHS and private healthcare providers
• Weekly payroll

What is Talking Therapies?

Talking therapies, also known as psychotherapy, are psychological treatments designed to address mental and emotional issues such as stress, anxiety, and depression. These therapies involve working collaboratively with a trained therapist, which can take place in various formats, including one-to-one sessions, group settings, online, or over the phone, sometimes involving family members or partners. The therapist guides individuals in understanding and coping with their problems, helping them to identify where negative feelings originate, recognise unhelpful patterns, and implement positive changes.

Types of Talking Therapy

There are numerous types of talking therapy, each suited to different individuals and specific conditions. Some common types include:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): The aim of CBT is to help individuals explore and alter their thought processes about life, freeing them from unhelpful behavioural patterns. Goals are set with the therapist, and individuals may complete tasks between sessions. A course typically includes 5 to 20 sessions, lasting 30 to 60 minutes each. CBT is effective for various mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, panic disorders, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and some eating disorders like bulimia.
• Guided Self-Help: This approach uses CBT-based workbooks or computer courses, supported by a therapist. The goal is to provide individuals with tools and techniques they can continue to use after the course. Support can be offered through face-to-face, online, or phone appointments.
• Counselling: In counselling, individuals discuss their difficulties in a confidential setting with a counsellor, who helps them find ways to cope. NHS counselling may be offered for conditions like depression, recent bereavement, or fertility issues.
• Behavioural Activation: This therapy encourages individuals with depression to take practical steps towards improving their quality of life. Regular meetings or phone calls with a therapist aim to motivate small, positive changes and enhance problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal Therapy (IPT): IPT focuses on identifying and addressing relationship issues contributing to depression. It is typically offered for mild to moderate depression that hasn’t responded to other therapies and usually includes 16 to 20 sessions.
• Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR): Developed for individuals with PTSD, EMDR helps reprocess traumatic memories to lessen their impact. Treatment generally involves 8 to 12 sessions.
• Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT): MBCT combines mindfulness techniques, such as meditation and breathing exercises, with cognitive therapy, focusing on managing thoughts and emotions to prevent recurrence of depression.
• Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: This type explores how childhood experiences and unconscious thoughts influence current feelings and behaviours. Sessions typically last around 16 meetings.
• Couple Therapy: Targeted at couples experiencing depression related to relationship issues, this therapy involves around 15 to 20 sessions over 5 to 6 months.

Talking Therapies on the NHS

Some talking therapies, like counselling for depression and CBT, are available through the NHS. Individuals can refer themselves directly to an NHS talking therapies service without needing a GP referral. If preferred, one can visit a GP who can provide a referral and share relevant information.

For individuals under 18, there are specific pathways to access mental health support tailored to children and young people.

Overall, the choice of talking therapy should align with the individual's needs and the specific problems being addressed. Each therapy offers different approaches and focuses, ensuring that there is an option suitable for various mental health challenges.

This is the perfect time to work, with a strong demand for skilled professionals. By choosing MedicsPro, you'll have access to a wide range of opportunities and competitive pay rates.

Key Benefits:

• Access to a Wide Range of Opportunities: MedicsPro offers a broad selection of locum and permanent positions across various medical specialties.
• Competitive Pay Rates: The agency provides highly competitive pay rates to ensure you’re well-compensated for your skills and experience.
• Flexible Work Options: With locum and permanent roles available, you can choose work that suits your schedule and lifestyle, offering greater work-life balance.
• Dedicated Support: MedicsPro offers personalised support from a team of experienced recruitment consultants who are there to guide you through the job search process.
• Exclusive Roles: Many of the positions available through MedicsPro are exclusive, giving you access to roles that may not be advertised elsewhere.
• Ongoing Training and Development: The agency provides opportunities for continuing professional development, helping you stay current with industry standards and enhance your career prospects.
• Fast and Efficient Recruitment Process: MedicsPro ensures a smooth and streamlined recruitment process, minimising the time it takes for you to secure your next role.
• Nationwide and International Opportunities: Whether you're looking for work in the NHS, private sector, or overseas, MedicsPro offers positions across the UK and beyond.