Table of Contents

Introduction to Cognitive Therapy. Overview of Treatment. Cognitive Conceptualization. The Evaluation Session. Structure of the First Therapy Session. Behavioral Activation. Session 2 and Beyond: Structure and Format. Problems with Structuring the Therapy Session. Identifying Automatic Thoughts. Identifying Emotions. Evaluating Automatic Thoughts. Responding to Automatic Thoughts. Identifying and Modifying Intermediate Beliefs. Identifying and Modifying Core Beliefs. Additional Cognitive and Behavioral Techniques. Imagery. Homework. Termination and Relapse Prevention. Treatment Planning. Problems in Therapy. Progressing as a Cognitive Therapist. Appendices. Appendix A: Cognitive Case Write-up. Appendix B: Cognitive Therapy Resources. Appendix C: Cognitive Therapy Rating Scale.

About the Author

Judith S. Beck, PhD, Beck Institute for Cognitive Therapy and Research, Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania, USA

Reviews

"In addition to the fundamental aspects of CBT that were presented in the original volume, the second edition presents innovations in theory and clinical practice. Like its predecessor, this book is destined to be an international success. It is written in clear and compelling prose, with many practical suggestions and clinical vignettes. This is truly an essential book for anyone who wants to become an expert in CBT." - Keith S. Dobson, Department of Psychology, University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada