A strength of CBT for schizophrenia is the evidence for its effectiveness.
review of 34 studies of using CBT with schizophrenia, concluded that there is clear evidence for small but significant effects on both positive and negative symptoms.
Clinical advice from NICE, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, recommends CBT for schizophrenia.
This means that both research and clinical experience support the benefits of CBT for schizophrenia.