Rukhsana Shah

Dear Hiring Team, I am an experienced CBT Therapist currently working within a private service, with extensive experience across both secondary mental health services and IAPT (Step 3). I am passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based CBT and supporting clients collaboratively to achieve meaningful and lasting change. I thrive in autonomous roles and am highly motivated by the flexibility and accessibility that remote working offers to both clients and clinicians. As outlined in my CV, I am confident in all aspects of the IAPT pathway, including assessment, formulation, treatment delivery, review, and discharge. I am proficient in using IAPTUS, maintaining accurate and timely clinical records, and producing high-quality correspondence for clients, GPs, and other professionals. I routinely manage referrals, contribute to MDT discussions, and undertake duty and risk management tasks, ensuring safe and effective care. I am a reliable, organised, and self-motivated practitioner who works effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. I manage my workload efficiently, meet deadlines consistently, and maintain a healthy balance between clinical responsibility and personal wellbeing. I enjoy applying psychological theory to practice and am committed to ongoing professional development. Over my 20-year career in mental health, I have worked closely with clinical psychologists, CBT therapists, and counsellors, supporting individuals with a wide range of presentations including anxiety disorders, depression, psychosis, personality disorders, eating disorders, and bipolar disorder. I have completed specialist training in CBT for Psychosis, incorporating systemic and family approaches, and hold a foundation-level certificate in family work, which continues to inform my clinical practice. In my current role, I routinely formulate and deliver individually tailored CBT interventions and am confident in risk assessment, safeguarding, and crisis management. I have experience attending and contributing to safeguarding meetings within secondary care and value reflective practice through regular supervision, which has supported my resilience and professional growth. I am culturally aware and reflective in my practice, committed to providing inclusive and person-centred care while remaining mindful of my own assumptions. I am flexible with working hours and keen to support clients in accessing therapy in ways that best meet their needs. I believe my clinical experience, professionalism, and adaptability make me well suited to a remote CBT role, and I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I could contribute to your service. Thank you for considering my application. Kind regards, Rukhsana Shah