I have anxiety or depression

According to The National Institute of Clinical Excellence, CBT is the recommended therapy for people who have anxiety, panic attacks and depression

Psychologists are one of the few professions expertly trained in CBT.

Counsellors and psychotherapists are not normally trained in CBT.

If you choose to commence therapy with a counsellor for anxiety or depression, it is recommended that you ensure their CBT training has been completed at one of the recommended institutions outlined in the BABCP website, which shows the courses that have been accredited in Ireland.  More details on how to check that your counsellor’s course has met the minimum standards can be found here.