Handbook of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies, Second Edition [Paperback]

Keith S. Dobson PhD (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 20, 2002 | ISBN-10: 157230863X | ISBN-13: 978-1572308633 | Edition: Second Edition

This authoritative volume brings together established experts to review the theories, research, and treatment methodologies associated with the major cognitive-behavioral models. Unlike other works that approach cognitive-behavioral therapies from the perspective of how to treat different symptoms or disorders, the Handbook first examines the tenets of each theoretical model in depth, and then provides examples of clinical applications. The goal is to provide a solid conceptual framework within which the clinician can make informed choices about which interventions to choose and apply with individual clients. Also addressed are basic principles of cognitive assessment and case formulation, current directions in clinical research, and the role of cognitive-behavioral therapy in the psychotherapy integration movement.

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"The original Handbook was a worthy contribution to the clinical literature, and the second edition promises to be one as well. The text is thoughtful and incisive. It has something to offer both the scientist and the practitioner, and integrates these perspectives in a lively and informative fashion."--Steven D. Hollon, PhD, Department of Psychology, Vanderbilt University

"This important volume surveys the range of the major cognitive-behavioral therapies to date. Its depth and breadth are impressive and help the reader sort out the similarities and differences in conceptualization and treatment among these therapies. This book should prove useful for graduate students as well as for mental health professionals who are interested in a comprehensive description of the cognitive-behavioral therapy field."--Judith S. Beck, PhD, Beck Institute for Cognitive Therapy and Research, Bala Cynwyd, PA

"The development and proliferation of cognitive-behavioral approaches since the publication of the first edition of this Handbook has been nothing less than extraordinary. In the tradition of the well-received first edition, this superbly edited and written second edition provides the latest authoritative statements on the theory and conceptual issues underlying today's cognitive-behavioral therapies....While the chapters emphasize the theoretical and empirical bases for these approaches, they also provide ample descriptions of the respective treatments and illuminate the links between theory and intervention. Conceptual and methodological issues that cut across different therapies are given balanced and in-depth treatment with an empirical emphasis that is the hallmark of cognitive-behavioral therapy. This book is particularly well suited as a text for graduate courses in psychotherapy and for psychiatric residents who are learning a cognitive-behavioral approach."--Andrew C. Butler, PhD, Beck Institute for Cognitive Therapy and Research; Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania Medical School

About the Author

Keith S. Dobson, PhD, is Full Professor and Director of Clinical Psychology in the Department of Psychology at the University of Calgary in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He conducts active research in the two primary domains of clinical depression and psychotherapy research. Dr. Dobson has over 120 publications, 7 books, and numerous conference presentations and clinical workshops to his credit, as well as active grants from the Alberta Heritage Foundation for Medical Research and the National Institute of Mental Health. In addition to his research interests, Dr. Dobson is actively involved in professional psychology, and has served in provincial and national organizations of social science, health, and psychology, including a former post as president of the Canadian Psychological Association. He maintains an active clinical practice in the area of cognitive therapy.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 446 pages
• Publisher: The Guilford Press; Second Edition edition (November 20, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 157230863X
• ISBN-13: 978-1572308633
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.7 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #533,545 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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This review is from: Handbook of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies, Second Edition (Paperback)

This handbook provides a comprehensive look at Cognitive Behavioral therapies and contains a lineup of incredible contributors including Beutler, Beck, Neimeyer, and many more. It includes a hisorical perspective, assessment issues, case formulation, RET, Cognitive therapy, and much more. Definitely a readable and practical book for the introduction of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies.