Thoughts and Feelings: Taking Control of Your Moods and Your Life [Paperback]

Martha Davis PhD (Author), Patrick Fanning (Author), Matthew McKay PhD (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2007

Thoughts & Feelings adapts the powerful and widely adaptable techniques of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) into a set of tools readers can use, not to solve a particular problem, but to overcome any of the emotional and behavioral changes that life throws their way. CBT recognizes that most negative feelings arise from confused, irrational thoughts. By learning to identify and change these thoughts and by replacing destructive and limiting behaviors with new, more constructive ones, readers can start steering their lives in the direction they want to go.

Changes to this new edition include revisions and updates to the core CBT chapters as well as a new chapter on how to use mindfulness to bring focus and intention to the process of change.

Editorial Reviews

Review

<p>Chock full of systematic strategies for the treatment of a wide variety of psychological problems. Eminently readable and helpful for professionals as well as patients. <br/>—Aaron T. Beck, MD, president of the Beck Institute for Cognitive Therapy and Research Psychopathology </p><p>An outstanding book. I recommend it without reservation for both general readers and therapists. It stands apart from other similar books in its reliance on scientific data, not fad, hype, or mysticism. <br/> —Jacqueline B. Persons, Ph.D., director of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy and associate clinical professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley</p><p>An excellent resource, reference tool, treatment manual, therapy coach, and compendium of techniques. <br/>—Arthur Freeman, Ed.D., ABPP, HSPP, president of the Freeman Institute for Cognitive Therapy and director of clinical training and supervision for the Center for Brief Therapy, PC, in Fort Wayne, IN, and chair emeritus and professor of psychology at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine</p><p>One of the most comprehensive and empirically sound guidebooks in all of self-help literature. All of the major problems in living are covered. <br/>—Cory F. Newman, Ph.D., clinical director of the Center for Cognitive Therapy and associate professor of psychology in psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania</p><p>For professionals and the public, this wonderful workbook, like a wise teacher, can help make a positive difference. <br/>—Thomas F. Cash, Ph.D.< professor of clinical psychology at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA</p><p>A jewel of a book: supportive and empathetic, short on platitudes and long on practical applications. A must-buy for all cognitive-behavioral therapists. <br/> —Thomas E. Ellis, Psy.D., ABPP, professor of psychology at Marshall University in Huntington, WV</p>

From the Publisher

Thoughts and Feelings was among the first workbooks to show readers how to apply the techniques of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to problems ranging from anxiety and depression to out-of-control anger and obsessive thinking. This revised edition includes significant updates and a totally new chapter on using mindfulness practice to support a CBT program.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: New Harbinger Publications; 3 Workbook edition (August 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1572245107
• ISBN-13: 978-1572245105
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #22,215 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #62 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Mental Health > Mood Disorders

Customer Reviews

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164 of 166 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars First Class Book on Cognitive Behavior Therapy--, March 10, 2001

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This review is from: Thoughts & Feelings: Taking Control of Your Moods and Your Life: A Workbook of Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (Paperback)

A while back, I was doing extensive research before writing up a discussion on the use of cognitive behavioral therapy. I went to the original texts by Albert Ellis and Aaron Beck, and they were great for theoretical info, but this book was THE BEST for simple, easy to understand discussion of how to use the principles and techniques of cognitive behavioral therapies to help control anxiety, depression, self esteem, moods and other aspects of your life. It provides short, simple explanations and well thought through exercises you can use to take great charge of your life.

It is an excellent book for therapists who want to have a quick referral resource for patients and it is a super self help book.

Like the authors say, it is not a replacement for treatment by a doctor, but it sure goes a long way for helping some basic issues. I've used the techniques listed here along with biofeedback interventions (see more about them and how to read articles I've written on my website listed in my profile)

Bottom line-- for self help in cognitive therapy, consider this the layman's bible, and an essential bibliotherapy resource for therapists..

109 of 109 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Useful and well done self help book, April 4, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Thoughts & Feelings: Taking Control of Your Moods and Your Life: A Workbook of Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (Paperback)

Starting with the premise that our thoughts create our feelings, the authors offer lots of ways to learn to listen to what our thoughts are telling us. They explain the techniques used in cognitive therapy and give practical steps for improving your life. I've used this book myself to help me get through some bad times, and given copies to several friends. I used to buy the self help books for a big library so I've seen a lot of them; this is probably my favorite for all around usefulness.

81 of 84 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars REAL Self-help!, June 7, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Thoughts & Feelings: Taking Control of Your Moods and Your Life: A Workbook of Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (Paperback)

I began using this book in conjunction with a therapist and did quite well. When my therapy ended, I bought my own copy, since one can use this book alone, as well. Simple and clearly understandable, I found the book an immense help.

While for some problems the authors do NOT recommend using the book without a trained therapist, for many with more easily treated problems it is a wonderful program of self-help.

I used the book for cognitive behavioral therapy for depression and it was most effective.