Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook for Leaders

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook for Leaders

From Healthy Work by Healthy Work Podcast

January 19, 2026 · 27 min

About this episode

This episode features Drs. Julian Barling and Simon Rego discussing their workbook on cognitive behavioral therapy strategies for leaders to manage mental health challenges.

In Episode 111, we kick off 2026 with a powerful conversation featuring Drs. Julian Barling and Simon Rego, co-authors of The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook for Leaders . Together, they explore how evidence-based psychological strategies can help leaders manage stress, burnout, anxiety, and other mental health challenges that undermine leadership effectiveness. Key insights include: * Why mental health isn’t just personal—it’s professional, and how leaders’ emotional states shape organizational culture. * Practical, science-backed tools from therapy to improve resilience and decision-making. * How leaders can use this workbook to build skills privately, cost-effectively, and sustainably. * Why focusing on leaders’ well-being is critical for team performance and psychological safety. * The surprising gap in research on leaders’ mental health—and what needs to change. You can find Dr. Barling at https://julianbarling.com/ You can find Dr. Rego at https://www.simonrego.com/ You can purchase their book from the publisher here…

People in this episode

Guests: Dr Simon Rego, Dr Julian Barling

Topics covered

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Leadership
  • Mental Health
  • Stress Management
  • Burnout
  • Resilience

Keywords

  • organizational culture
  • decision-making
  • psychological safety

Mentioned in this episode

Products: The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook for Leaders

Books & works: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook for Leaders, The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook for Leaders

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