An Introduction to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Skills and Applications

by David Westbrook, Helen Kennerley, Joan Kirk

An Introduction to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy is the definitive beginner′s guide to the basic theory, skills and applications of CBT. In this eagerly-awaited second edition, the authors set out the core concepts and generic skills of CBT, including case formulation; the therapeutic relationship; and cognitive, behavioural and physiological therapeutic strategies. Practical illustrations of how these techniques can be applied to the most common mental health problems ensure that theory translates into real-life practice. New to this edition, the authors o cultural diversity in greater depth o the current topicality of CBT, especially within the NHS o latest Roth/Pilling CBT competencies o the impact of third wave CBT in more detail. As well as exploring depression, panic and agoraphobia, OCD and anxiety disorders, the book covers other less common disorders. Discussion of different methods of delivery includes work with individuals, groups, couples and families. This edition also includes extra case study material, student exercises and discussion points. This fully updated Introduction remains the key textbook for those coming to CBT for the first time, whether on training courses or as part of their everyday work. It is also useful for more experienced therapists wanting to refresh their core skills.

Genres: Psychology, Nonfiction, Mental Health, Reference, Science, Counselling, Textbooks

448 pages, Hardcover

First published March 20, 2007

Reviews

[Annika Buckle · Rating 1 out of 5]

What a great hundreds-page marketing manual (sarcasm). Written like it was written in the 90s. Terrible on so many levels. Please don’t.

[Наталія · Rating 5 out of 5]

чудовий підручник з когнітивно-поведінкової терапії. орієнтований швидше на вже практикуючих терапевтів, що "перепрофільовуються" на КПТ. книга розбита на логічні тематичні блоки, поруч з теоретичною частиною чимало прикладів. Тут описані основні методики класичної КПТ, окремо подані протоколи та конкретні моделі для роботи з депресією, тривожними розладами, розладами харчової поведінки, ПТСР тощо. Все чітко, ясно, доступно, є помічні списки літератури. нмд, трохи замало інформації про похідні від КПТ терапії.

[Nabeel Hassan · Rating 4 out of 5]

كتاب يعتني بأمر علاجي مهم في وقتنا الحاضر يستحق أن تتعرف عليه فقط، فهو طريقة الحوار الهادئ مع الابناء و الحوار الجميل وقت الخلاف و الحوار الهادف للوصول للهدف، ليس فقط للعلاج.


جميل جدا بشرحه الوافي و لنا عودة بكتب أخرى لنفس الموضوع.

[Calysta · Rating 4 out of 5]

Comprehensive introduction to CBT. Used as the main textbook for a Master’s program. I learned lots and it’s written very well. Easy to follow and grasp the fundamentals of this approach

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well it was a good simple book to really understand CBT. For that I think it was worth reading. Boosted my confidence that I know what I’m doing. CBT itself - meh

[Frank]

Really informative book. I would recommend this book to somebody studying to be a professional therapist. Almost every practical part of CBT and its theraputic practice is discussed at length. The only downside is that the book comes off as.... very British lol

If you're a lay person looking to learn about the underlying theory of CBT, then the first few chapters are really useful, but a large portion of the book is the implication of CBT from a therapeutic perspective, so some parts weren't as useful for the average Joe. The middle chapters about cognitive approach to anxiety and depression are also very informative.

[Rachael · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm looking forward to starting my HI-CBT training soon and couldn't resist doing some reading in anticipation! Now my book's colourfully filled with different highlights, and it's already got me inspired and excited for what will come in the training. I really appreciated the different client examples it frequently gave, to put things in context.

I imagine it will be a very useful reference as I start training and also when working clinically.

[Victoria Shyrchenko · Rating 4 out of 5]

Нарешті я це зробила! Нарешті я її закінчила.. Читання, яке тривало 7 років...
Чудова книга! Основи всього кпт-шного. Постійно відчуваю багато натхнення після її читання. Коли лише почала читати під час навчання на магістратурі, то здавалось, що це якась неосяжна царина. Зараз,коли повернулась і все перечитала, то відчула більше впевненості у тому, щоб застосовувати кпт у своїй практиці.

[Adam Osmond · Rating 3 out of 5]

As far as textbooks go, this one was fairly informative but very poorly written. Structurally, this could’ve been much stronger and the writing style could’ve been much more concise and engaging without losing any clarity. There was a significant amount of redundancy. My brain hurts.

[Kristina · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very helpful and informative book. Good for the counsellor in training who needs to understand how to properly use CBT.

[Jeremy Mifsud · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really helpful, great diagrams and examples. Very detailed. Was great to read and study from for my exam.

[Jan · Rating 4 out of 5]

A useful introduction to CBT.

[سمية · Rating 4 out of 5]

كتاب كمقدمة رائع
أحتاج الآن أن أحجز دورة مفصلة أو تدريب لأن هذا الكتاب زاد حماسي لهذا الإتجاه من علم النفس
بالنسبة للترجمة فهناك الكثير من الأخطاء !

[Susie]

A perfect introductory text. Well structured, easy to read and interpret, and easy to apply to real world counselling.

[Aim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hardest course. Not just involving CBT but also different behavioural and third wave treatments

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

A surprisingly easy to digest therapist's guidebook to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. The F.A.Q sections were especially wonderful and to the point. The definitive go-to book for anyone interested in CBT.

[Madison Hillis · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a go to book for anyone studying CBT, it can be very dry but sometimes dry can be beneficial in the long haul.