Since its development in the 1960s as a structured, short-term psychotherapy for depression, cognitive therapy has come of age. Today the approach ...
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Aug 07, 2011
Lumpenprole
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An excellent overview of the topic, from its history, to its empirical verification and effectiveness (so claimed)to the methodology, which I would liken to an invading army, smashing all before its path to achieve certain tactical goals. In all probability Judith gives dear ol' Dad a smidgen more credit than he probably deserves as pioneering trailblazer, and shorts Albert Ellis and others. But so what? I'd probably do the same.
Some sections were a bit more heavy lifting than my phili More...
Some sections were a bit more heavy lifting than my phili More...
Jul 02, 2011
Lin
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With everything in layman's terms and tons of examples, Beck makes CBT seem like it should be EASY!
Jan 15, 2012
Hannah
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Really helpful book. Breaks down the process of therapy into sessions, exercises, homework assignments, etc. I plan to use this book for my next client!
Jul 04, 2011
Eyjólfur Örn
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A definite must-read for anyone interested in clinical psychology.
Jun 02, 2010
Erin
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I already knew a lot of this. Also, I would feel like I was in a straitjacket if I exclusively followed this approach to therapy. I have found that I only use cognitive coneptualization with anxiety D/O, and sometimes depressed, clients anyway. Some of the techniques are invaluable, but I prefer being more flexible in session.
Oct 08, 2008
Cheri
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Very good for learning or reviewing the fundamentals of cognitive conceptualization and treatment. Useful step-by-step instructions for conducting sessions from first session to termination, worksheets to utilize and sample case dialogues.
Oct 18, 2009
Nancy
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Very good basic introduction of cognitive behavioral therapy with case studies and outlines. Useful for any new practitioner.
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