Brief Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

by Berni Curwen, Stephen Palmer, Peter Ruddell

This practical guide, based on the theory that emotional disorders are influenced by negatively biased thinking, describes how brief cognitive behaviour therapy can provide effective help to clients suffering from a wide range of disorders, including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress, or those who are suicidal. Using illustrative case material throughout, the authors outline strategies for helping clients examine and overcome unhelpful beliefs and patterns of thought at the root of their distress. Following an explanation of brief therapy and the theory behind cognitive behaviour therapy, they describe the process of working with clients through all stages of counselling.

Genres: Psychology

208 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[Sandeep Gautam]

An excellent book that briefly and concisely explains brief cognitive behavior therapy and how to conduct it. Not heavy on theory, but more focused on practical aspects includes therapy transcripts etc to make it come live.

[Ettienne De Beer]

So much to take in, in such a small book. Very well layer out with very useful practice points at the end of each chapter. A great resource in getting to know brief CBT.