The effects of the type of delivery of cognitive-behavioral therapy for healthcare workers: A systematic review.

Objective: The aim of this literature review is to assess the extent of knowledge of the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for healthcare workers by type of delivery.

Methods: The study examined relevant literature published between 2009 and 2020 using searches of four scientific databases: PubMed, CINAHL, Embase, and PsycINFO.

Results: For work stress, work-related outcomes, and mental and musculoskeletal problems, the effectiveness of face-to-face (FTF) interventions were confirmed, whereas, for stress and insomnia, the effectiveness of non-face-to-face (NFTF) interventions was confirmed. FTF interventions were proven to make a significant difference to the outcome of the goal; however, their effects were not clearly distinguished from those of NFTF interventions.

Conclusion: Results of this review highlight the lack of research aimed at establishing the effectiveness of NFTF interventions. In addition, further research is needed on the long-term effectiveness of the intervention process and perception of participants and clinicians on group delivery interventions.