The Therapeutic Relationship in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

The Therapeutic Relationship in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
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Publisher : Guilford Publications
Total Pages : 305
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ISBN-10 : 9781462531288
ISBN-13 : 1462531288
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Book Synopsis The Therapeutic Relationship in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy by : Nikolaos Kazantzis

Download or read book The Therapeutic Relationship in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy written by Nikolaos Kazantzis and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2017-08-07 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From leading cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) experts, this book describes ways to tailor empirically supported relationship factors that can strengthen collaboration, empiricism, and Socratic dialogue and improve outcomes. In an accessible style, it provides practical clinical recommendations accompanied by rich case examples and self-reflection exercises. The book shows how to use a strong case conceptualization to decide when to target relationship issues, what specific strategies to use (for example, expressing empathy or requesting client feedback), and how to navigate the therapist's own emotional responses in session. Special topics include enhancing the therapeutic relationship with couples, families, groups, and children and adolescents. Reproducible worksheets can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.


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