Understanding Psychological Therapy: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters

Presented by Dr Rosalie Hughes, Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Dr Rosalie Hughes is a HCPC and BPS registered Consultant Clinical Psychologist, who qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2005, and worked in the NHS for over 20 years. She provides expert assessments of mental health, personality disorder, domestic violence, substance misuse, trauma, parenting capacity, housing and immigration issues, and general capacity assessments. She also provides assessments of general intellectual functioning in adults, in the context of concerns about parenting and parental functioning.

Dr Rosalie Hughes currently runs an independent practice, providing assessments and evidence-based treatment for the full range of mental health conditions. Until June 2022, Dr Rosalie Hughes worked as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist in the NHS, overseeing the provision of clinical psychology services in several adult mental health teams in two London boroughs. She has worked extensively in adult mental health, providing highly specialist assessments and evidence-based treatments, covering a broad range of adult mental health conditions, including severe and enduring conditions. She provides a range of specialist assessments and diagnostic assessments, including diagnosis of personality disorders.

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    Understanding Psychological Therapy: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters

    Presented by Dr Rosalie Hughes, Consultant Clinical Psychologist

    A Must-Attend Webinar for Legal Professionals

    Legal representatives frequently encounter clients who are recommended for psychological treatment—particularly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). But what does this really mean? How does CBT differ from other therapeutic approaches? And why is understanding the different types of psychological therapy important for legal professionals?

    Join us for an insightful webinar, led by an experienced psychologist, designed to clarify the nature of evidence-based psychological therapy and its practical applications. We’ll explore the key frameworks guiding therapy recommendations, the difference between counselling and structured psychological interventions, and what solicitors need to know when advising clients.

    This session will help you gain a clearer understanding of psychological treatments, the criteria guiding therapy referrals, and the implications for your legal practice.

    What We’ll Cover:

    • The Difference Between Counselling & Evidence-Based Psychological Therapy
      –    Understanding how structured interventions like CBT differ from general counselling.
    • Why ‘Evidence-Based’ Matters
      –    Exploring the types of evidence used to assess treatment effectiveness, including NICE guidelines and UCL competence frameworks.
    • An Overview of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
      –    What it entails and how it is applied to different mental health difficulties.
    • Key Considerations for Legal Professionals
      –    How solicitors can better understand and navigate psychological treatment recommendations for their clients.

    Who Should Attend?

    • Solicitors and legal professionals supporting clients with mental health needs.
    • Those seeking a clearer understanding of psychological treatment referrals.
    • Legal representatives aiming to ensure their clients receive appropriate and effective care.

    This practical and informative session will provide you with the essential knowledge to better advise your clients and engage effectively with psychological treatment recommendations.