CBT and Psychological Therapies jobs

Find high-intensity CBT therapist, trainee CBT therapist and specialist psychological therapy roles across NHS Talking Therapies, secondary care, CAMHS, perinatal, physical health and private services. The category also covers EMDR, interpersonal therapy (IPT), dynamic interpersonal therapy (DIT), counselling for depression, couples therapy, systemic and family therapy, child and adolescent psychotherapy and the arts therapies.

What you need: for CBT posts, a BABCP-accredited postgraduate diploma and BABCP accreditation (or eligibility) is the norm. Arts therapists must be HCPC-registered. Family therapists and psychotherapists typically hold UKCP or AFT-recognised qualifications.

Typical pay (NHS): trainee high-intensity therapists are commonly employed at Band 6 while training, and qualified CBT therapists at Band 7 (£49,387 to £56,515). Senior and lead therapists reach 8a and above. Private and digital providers often pay per session; check each listing.

The NHS Long Term Workforce Plan includes funding to train approximately 15,000 more psychological therapists and practitioners (BPS), and experienced, accredited therapists remain in short supply in many regions.

Pay last updated: April 2026 (NHS Agenda for Change, England).