About the Author

SETH J. GILLIHAN is a licensed psychologist and Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychology in the Psychiatry Department at the University of Pennsylvania. He has a clinical practice in Haverford, Pennsylvania, where he specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based interventions.

Reviews

If you are struggling with depression and anxiety, this manual is unequivocally a must have. This easy to follow guide [...] is masterfully written with relatable examples, allowing the reader to connect and feel understood, offering hope for those who are looking to regain control over their life. - Robin Zasio, Psy.D., LCSW, The Anxiety Treatment Center of SacramentoA focused and goal-oriented tool for those who are affected by depression and/or anxiety. The "one chapter per week" workbook approach encourages active participation, self-reflection, and skill building over the course of the 7-week journey. Dr. Gillihan's compassionate understanding of the human experience, especially of those walking through seasons of depression and anxiety, is evident throughout. - Kathleen M. Rupertus, PsyD, Founder/Director of The Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center (Delaware, US)[A] beautifully written, highly informative, and approachable book... relatable, compassionate, and encouraging. Each chapter includes helpful exercises that mirror the kind of "homework" that would be completed in actual therapy. This book is an asset to those who have struggled with anxiety or depression as well as clinicians who want a resource for their patients. - Elizabeth A. Gordon, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center of PhiladelphiaI would recommend it to anyone battling anxiety and/or depression, and to clinicians learning to translate principles into practice. - Mark B. Powers, PhD, Director, Trauma and Resilience Program, Department of Psychology, University of Texas at AustinA must-read for anyone seeking life improvement through reduced depression and anxiety. - Ben Hunter, MDAn accessible guide for anyone who wants to apply cognitive behavioural therapy in their day-to-day lives. - Shannon Wiltsey Stirman, PhD, Assistant Professor, Stanford University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences[Dr Gillihan's] ability to connect with people who struggle with anxiety or depression is unmatched in my experience, so it is gratifying to see that he will be connecting with thousands of people, one at a time, through this thoroughly engaging, practical guide. - Robert J. DeRubeis, PhD, Samuel H. Preston Professor in the Social Sciences and Professor of Psychology, University of Pennsylvania