Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for Carers Group

This group is for people caring for someone with a diagnosis of Dementia, who are looking for extra support with some of the emotional challenges linked to their role.

It is a structured programme based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). CBT helps you develop coping skills for dealing with different situations. It can help you change how you feel by changing the way you think and behave.

The Group covers a number of topics including:

• Information on Dementia
• Exploring the role of thoughts, feelings and behaviours as a carer
• Coping with caring and stress management
• Dealing with challenging behaviour and difficult feelings

• A chance to meet with others in similar situations
• Increased understanding of both stress and Dementia
• Advice on supporting the person you care for
• New skills for managing difficult thoughts and feelings, and ways to reduce stress, low mood or worry

You can self-refer by completing an online referral at www.bucks-talking-therapies.nhs.uk or by calling our main admin team on 01865 901600.

Your GP, or other health professionals can also refer on your behalf. When you speak to them, state that the referral is for this course so they are assessed by a relevant member of the team.

You will then be booked into an assessment telephone call to discuss whether the group is right for you, and any other treatments which might be helpful.

You can find more information in the CBT for Carers Group leaflet (PDF, 266 KB) or on the Bucks Talking Therapies website.