High Intensity CBT Therapist | South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable health organization in Lewisham is seeking passionate High Intensity Therapists / CBT Therapists to join their dynamic service. The role involves conducting psychological assessments, developing tailored treatment plans, and delivering high-quality evidence-based therapy. Ideal candidates should be BABCP-accredited therapists with a commitment to making a positive difference in the community. Opportunities for professional development are available, fostering an inclusive team environment.

Benefits

Supportive, collaborative team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Make a meaningful impact in the community

Qualifications

• Must be a BABCP-accredited CBT therapist.
• Experience in delivering evidence-based interventions is essential.
• Ability to conduct psychological assessments and develop treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialist assessments to identify psychological needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans primarily using CBT.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions and monitor progress.

Skills

BABCP-accredited CBT

High standards of clinical care

Individualized treatment plans

Collaboration

Job description

We’re looking for enthusiastic, passionate team players to join our dynamic service as High Intensity Therapists / CBT Therapists.

If you’re committed to delivering high-quality care and making a real difference in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.

We are particularly keen to receive applications from BABCP-accredited CBT therapists who are not currently or have not most recently been—working within Talking Therapy services.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Make a meaningful impact in the Lewisham community

If this sounds like you, apply today and help us transform lives through evidence-based therapy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialist assessments to identify psychological needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans, primarily using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
• Deliver evidence-based interventions and monitor progress through weekly outcome measures.
• Ensure high standards of clinical care and adherence to professional guidelines.
• Provides specialist psychological therapy for clients referred to the NHS Talking Therapies service, integrating complex data from multiple sources, including:
• Psychological assessments
• Self-report measures and rating scales
• Structured observations
• Deliver at least one NICE-recommended psychological therapyfor anxiety disorders and/or depression.
• Formulate and implement individualized treatment plans based on an appropriate conceptual framework and evidence-based methods.
• Monitor treatment progress and outcomes regularly to ensure interventions remain effective and aligned with best practice.

Therapies Offered

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Counselling for Depression (CfD)
• Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT)
• Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
• Behavioural Couples Therapy (BCT)

About Our Service

We are a diverse, friendly, and forward-thinking psychological therapy service based in Lewisham. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based interventions and fostering an environment where staff feel valued and supported in their professional growth.

We maintain strong links with leading IAPT training programmes at King’s College London / Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), University College London, and The University of Exeter. In addition, we collaborate with centres of clinical excellence and research innovation, such as the Centre for Anxiety Disorders and Trauma (CADAT).

We have strong partnerships within the local community and welcome applicants who bring special interests or expertise in developing these links.

We aim to listen to and value our team members, promoting opportunities for continued professional development and career progression. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and contributing to service innovation, we would love to hear from you.

This advert closes on Wednesday 3 Dec 2025.