Oxford Guide to Behavioural Experiments in Cognitive Therapy (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Science and Practice, 2) (Paperback)

~ James Bennett-Levy (Editor), Gillian Butler (Editor), Melanie Fennell (Editor), Ann Hackmann (Editor), Martina Meuller (Editor), David Westbrook (Editor)

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"With over 200 examples of behavioural experiments this book represents time and money well spent for anyone who purchases it."--European Eating Disorders Review


`Books like this are few and far between. It works as an accessible introduction to the practice of contemporary CBT, an overview of the most useful cognitive models of psychological disorders, and a unique reference book for finding out practical instructions and creative inspiration.' Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy

`The authors of this handbook provide excellent models for how to design behavioural experiments to test pivotal beliefs, rather than tangential beliefs. Each chapter offers meaningful help to therapists by identifying common cognitive themes and beliefs that are central to the problem discussed. The vivid samples offered should encourage therapists to use behavioural experiments more often, with greater precision, and with more thorough examination of client observations and learning.' Christine Padesky, author of Mind over Mood

`There is currently no text that specifically focuses on behavioural experiments. This volume admirably fills the gap.' David Clark, Institute of Psychiatry

Product Description

Behavioral experiments are one of the central and most powerful methods of intervention in cognitive therapy. Yet until now, there has been no volume to guide clinicians wishing to design and implement behavioral experiments. Behavioural Experiments in Cognitive Therapy fills this gap. It is written by clinicans for clinicians. It is a practical, easy to read handbook, which is relevant for practicing clinicians at every level, from trainees to cognitive therapy supervisors. Following an introduction by David Clark, the first two chapters provide a theoretical and practical background for the understanding and development of behavioral experiments. Therafter, the remaining chapters of the book focus on particular problem areas. These include problems which have been the traditional focus of cognitive therapy, such as depression and anxiety disorders, as well as those which have only once more recently become a subject of study, such as biopolar disorder and psychotic symptoms. Additionally, it includes some which are still int their relative infancy--physical health problems, and brain injury. The book includes several chapters on transdiagnostic problems, such as avoidance of affect, low self-esteem, interpersonal issues, and self-injurious behavior. A final chapter by Christine Padesky provides some signposts for future development. Containing examples of over 200 behavioral experiments, this book will be of enormous practical value for all those involved in cognitive behavioral therapy, as well as stimulting exploration in both its readers and their patients.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 488 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 1 edition (July 8, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0198529163
• ISBN-13: 978-0198529163
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #755,190 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Book review, March 9, 2007

By	Mr. David Whitcombe (South Wales, UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I am about to start a CBT training course and the book was recommended by a friend who has previously completed the course. Inital reading has been informative and I hope it will become a working handtool in my practice