The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook

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Michael Tompkins has done a masterful job demystifying psychological problems, and illustrating how cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills can be easily learned and applied to real-life situations. Readers gain a veritable treasure chest of tools to choose from, with step-by-step instructions for how to become proficient in utilizing the skills to improve coping, set meaningful goals, and change behavior to enhance quality of life. A must-have for anyone wishing to reduce emotional suffering. * Rochelle I. Frank, PhD, assistant clinical professor of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley; and coauthor of The Transdiagnostic Road Map to Case Formulation and Treatment Planning * This compendium of practical, specific tools guides readers through developing both inside skills-like how to think about thinking-and outside skills like managing time and getting things done. With chapters on increasing your motivation and protecting your relationships with others, the guidance on offer is both specific and broad-based. Well organized-with clear rationales for each skill, and helpful worksheets-The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook is an excellent resource for both the general reader and for therapists. * Chad LeJeune, PhD, founding fellow of the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies, and author of The Worry Trap and "Pure O" OCD * Life-changing. Keep this book near you and give it fifteen minutes of your attention every day. You will improve your well-being, your mood, and your productivity. * Jacqueline B. Persons, PhD, director of the Oakland Cognitive Behavior Therapy Center; and clinical professor at the University of California, Berkeley *