2023 Volume 15 Issue 1 Pages 38-46
The implementation rate of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in Japan, which is effective in improving symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder, has been very low. Various forms and approaches of CBT have been developed, and consistently demonstrated effectiveness in the treatment of OCD. Currently, only physicians and nurses are eligible for insurance coverage when conducting CBT for OCD. Recognizing insurance coverage for licensed psychologists who implement CBT as a form of psychotherapy could potentially increase the implementation rate of CBT for OCD patients in psychiatric clinics. The combination of research and training programs for mixed CBT can reduce the implementation burden of CBT for cognitive-behavioral therapists, providing significant benefits for OCD patients. In future CBT research for OCD, there is an expectation to verify the safety and effectiveness of CBT developed through consumer needs surveys, as well as to examine cost-effectiveness through healthcare economic evaluation studies.
