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On holiday!
I will be away from the office from now until Monday December 1st 2025. Please leave a message on any of my platforms and I will get back to you as soon as I can when I return. If you are having a mental health emergency, please contact 111 or go to A&E.
drcathwood
5 days ago1 min read
What is the difference between a clinical psychologist and a CBT therapist?
The main differences are in the breadth of training and scope of practice : a clinical psychologist is a doctoral-level mental health professional trained in a wide range of therapeutic models and clinical applications, while a CBT therapist has usually completed focused, specific training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). A clinical psychologist can also be a CBT therapist, as CBT is one of the many therapies they are trained to use. Clinical Psychologist Training
drcathwood
Nov 32 min read


What is.....?
What is RCS/IWSS? In-Work Support Service I have been a therapist for RCS’s In-Work Support Service from the start of my career in private practice. The In-Work Support Service is a Welsh Government funded service that provides free psychological or physical therapies to people in Wales, helping them stay well in work, or return to work. Support is quick, free and fully confidential. The service is aimed at employees from small to medium sized businesses (SMEs) or ch
drcathwood
Oct 281 min read
What is the difference between a clinical psychologist and a counsellor?
Feature Clinical Psychologist Counsellor Training and qualifications Holds a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in clinical psychology. Training combines academic study with extensive supervised clinical practice on specific talking therapies and techniques. Typically holds a diploma or a master's degree in counselling. Training is focused on specific talking therapies and techniques. Professional regulation Legally regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC),
drcathwood
Oct 212 min read


Back in the office
I have returned from my holiday and am now back in the office, ready to accept referrals again! My working days are Monday, Tuesday and...
drcathwood
Oct 61 min read
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