Psychological therapies are increasingly being offered by health professionals in a wide range of health care areas. There is considerable research evidence and feedback from patients and GP’s regarding the effectiveness of psychological therapies. Dorset HealthCare NHS Trust’s Department of Psychological Therapies is a multi-disciplinary alliance of staff whose aim is to provide the community with a comprehensive and integrated range of high quality psychological services.

Dorset HealthCare NHS Trust has achieved national recognition for its development of innovative psychological therapy services in many key areas:-

GP Practice

Intensive Psychological Therapy Service

Community Mental Health Teams

In-Patient Facilities

Specialist Clinics

Research & Evaluation

We are proud to be associated with some of the finest services currently available in the UK - provided free of charge to our patients under the NHS by skilled and committed staff.

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An overview of current research that the Department is engaged in, both independently and in collaboration with others.


Details of the services that the Department can provide.


Details of courses offered by our Training Unit.


Details on current employment opportunities within the Department. Updated 5/2/2001


Details of conferences and workshops being organised by Dorset HealthCare NHS Trust.


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