**Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behaviour Therapy**

**Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behaviour Therapy**

DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.71412

Derek Richards, Angel Enrique, Jorge Palacios and Daniel Duffy Daniel Duffy Additional information is available at the end of the chapter

Derek Richards, Angel Enrique, Jorge Palacios and

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http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.71412

#### **Abstract**

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The delivery of cognitive behaviour therapy over the internet (iCBT) has developed in tandem with recent technological advancements. In this chapter, we briefly explore the background of iCBT and its ongoing evolution in the relatively short period that has been available. We summarise the empirical evidence that supports the efficacy and effectiveness of iCBT in different settings, and for different populations. We provide an overview on how an iCBT platform works for service users, and we offer some thoughts on the processes involved in repurposing an evidence-based treatment protocol into an online format. Using iCBT service, users can avail of the benefits of cognitive behaviour therapy in a flexible manner, with or without support. The case presentation provided an illustrative on some of these advantages and highlights opportunities for the individual. The service delivery examples describe the use of iCBT and its application in different contexts. Lastly, we discuss several areas of importance for the future research and practice of iCBT.

**Keywords:** internet-delivered cognitive behaviour therapy, psychological treatments, brief therapeutic interventions, depression and anxiety disorders
