Tenet

One of the core tenets of  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is that it can be self-administered once its principles are understood. This is backed by evidence from mental health nonprofits, such as MIND, that promote self-directed CBT learning and practice. A recent study found that CBT self-help materials were effective in supporting primary care nurses in treating patients’ low-level depression. The use of CBT-based mental-health apps by employees of major corporations further attests to the treatment’s potential effectiveness outside the therapist’s office. Companies such as KPMG, Uber, Bank of America, Microsoft, and Salesforce all offer online CBT-based tools to their employees.