An Introduction to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Skills and Applications - Softcover

Westbrook, David; Kennerley, Helen; Kirk, Joan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 141290840X ISBN 13: 9781412908405

Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd, 2007

Synopsis

An Introduction to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy is a beginner′s guide to the basic theory, skills, and applications of CBT. Well supported by research evidence, CBT has become one of the most widely practiced and most popular therapeutic approaches. For those new to the approach this practical text sets out the core concepts and generic skills of CBT including the method of Socratic dialogue, case formulation, the therapeutic relationship, and therapeutic strategies – cognitive, behavioral, and physiological.

About this title

About the Author:

David Westbrook is a consultant clinical psychologist and Head of Adult Psychology Services for Oxfordshire Mental Healthcare NHS Trust. Helen Kennerley is a consultant clinical psychologist for Oxfordshire Mental Healthcare NHS Trust. Joan Kirk is a consultant clinical psychologist and Director of the Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre. All three are founding members of the Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre.

Review:

′This book has been published at the optimum time when references to CBT are ubiquitous, and understanding the principles of this widely publicised intervention is essential. A fine balance of the evidence base, therapeutic interventions and the practicalities of the key components of intervention promotes this text to a higher level of sophistication. Westbrook et al simplify and enhance understanding of the approach, inducting the reader into the common quandaries and complexities of interpersonal interactions, when one of two is assuming the role of a clinician is a position of power′ - Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy

`[This book] is written in a very readable plain English format that gives the reader an immediate grasp of the concepts... [and] a great insight into the CBT model in a very structured and practical way. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is curious about CBT. It is well reference for those who like to explore the theories and research aspect further. It covers guidelines for supervision which is rarely covered in counselling books and looks at the pros and cons involved′ - Eisteach, Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy

`There is much to commend this comprehensive work: it is engaging to read, accessible in style and honestly conveyed. I will certainly be including it as a key text for our university′s new CBT module next year. I am reminded once again that contemporary CBT is a therapy for the people; accessible, affordable, resourceful and client empowering′ - Therapy Today

`a worthwhile introduction to CBT and... a thorough overview of the approach that is well supported by research evidence. Written by experience practitioners in an accessible language, this book is recommended for those new to CBT. It is also a useful refresher for the more experienced therapist′ - Nursing Standard, 4 star review

About this edition

• Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 141290840X
• ISBN 13: 9781412908405
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 296