What do systematic reviews say?

CBT vs ALL OTHER PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIES

CBT showed no clear difference in adverse effect/event: death ‐ any cause compared with ALL OTHER PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIES (low certainty).

• Cognitive behavioural therapy plus standard care versus standard care plus other psychosocial treatments for people… 2018 · Cochrane Headline outcomes only
  RR 1.57 [0.62, 3.98]
  6 studies · 627 participants
  Low