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Heilsugæsla höfuðborgarsvæðisins

CBT - Depression and anxiety

In cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) you learn methods to effectively cope with emotional distress.

The course is:

  • Intended for individuals 18 years and older

  • In the English language.

In the CBT - Depression and Anxiety Course

The following will be covered:

  • The interplay between thoughts, feelings, physical reactions, and behavior.

  • Effective ways to intervene in this interplay and thus promote improved well-being.

Arrangement

  • The course utilizes: Reading materials, presentations, homework assignments, and group discussions.

  • Group size: Maximum of sixteen people in each group.

  • The duration of the course is five weeks.

    • Sessions once a week, on Fridays, at 10am

    • Each session is 90 minutes.

  • Location: Þönglabakki 1, 109 Reykjavík, 2nd floor, same entrance as Læknasetrið and Gáski (see map).

Cost

  • Participants pay 17.206 ISK for the course.

Further Information

  • Instructor: Haraldur S. Þorsteinsson psychologist and Auður Ýr Sigurðardóttir psychologist.

  • Course management: Heilsubrú, a central unit within Heilsugæsla höfuðborgarsvæðisins (The Primary Health Care for the Capital Area).

For further information or notification of cancellation, please contact us by email: heilsubru@heilsugaeslan.is.

Registration for upcoming courses

Starts 17th April 2026

10:00 - 11:30

Þönglabakki 1, 109 Reykjavík. 2nd floor

Price: 17.206 kr.