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Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists (SOC 2224)

This page shows whether this occupation is eligible for a Skilled Worker visa, what salary you usually need, and which licensed UK employers may hire people in similar roles.

Skilled Worker eligible: YesImmigration Salary List: No

What this job involves

Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists (SOC 2224) (Professional occupations). Eligible for the Skilled Worker visa subject to meeting salary and other requirements.

Salary thresholds

No occupation-specific going rate is published for SOC 2224. The general salary threshold applies: £41,700 (standard) or £33,400 (new entrant).

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Job examples

  • Cognitive behavioural therapists Psychotherapists Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists not elsewhere classified.

Sponsors hiring under this code

Matched via Companies House industry codes (SIC). This shows employers in related sectors — verify the sponsor and role on the official register.

Anaphite

Bristol

75/100

apetito Ltd

TRowbridge, wiltshire

70/100

Apadmi Limited

Manchester, Greater Manchester

68/100

APERTA LTD

Cumbernauld

68/100

Arctoris LTD

Abingdon, Oxfordshire

68/100

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. SOC 2224 (Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists) appears on the Home Office list of eligible Skilled Worker occupations. You still need a licensed sponsor, a qualifying job offer, and to meet salary and English language requirements.