Depression and anxiety are prevalent psychological symptoms among COVID-19 survivors. This study compared the efficacy of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and Beck cognitive therapy (BCT) in addressing these issues. Forty-five COVID-19 survivors were randomly assigned to one of three groups: MBCT, BCT or a control. Pre-and postintervention assessments, using the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) and Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), were conducted. Both interventions consisted of eight 90-minute sessions. An ANCOVA analysis revealed that BCT was more effective than MBCT in reducing depression and anxiety symptoms. Both interventions led to significant improvements, but no significant differences were observed between post-test And follow-up. BCT is a promising intervention for depression and anxiety in COVID-19 survivors. Facilities providing cognitive therapy should be integrated into healthcare settings to support mental health recovery.
