If you suffer from a condition that can be treated with CBT, you might be able to help yourself in some ways. Helping yourself is appropriate in various circumstances—for example:

• When you are waiting for your CBT treatment to start
• When you do not have access to any CBT therapist who can treat you
• When you are not sure whether your condition requires CBT

In general, you can help yourself by using books and other study materials, by joining self-help groups, or by using self-help web sites on the Internet. You can also use a combination of these things.

For more information, see:

• Advantages and disadvantages
• Information about your condition
• Contact with other sufferers
• Practical advice
• Someone to talk to in a crisis
• Helping others
• Sources of self help