Description
Cognitive-behavioral therapy is highly effective in the treatment of anxiety disorders, regardless of the specific type of fear that is causing difficulties. This practical, hands-on clinical resource presents a proven group treatment protocol for patients with any anxiety diagnosis. Step-by-step guidelines are provided for setting up transdiagnostic groups, using comprehensive assessment to plan and monitor treatment, and implementing carefully sequenced cognitive and behavioral techniques. Clinical examples illustrate the nuts and bolts of intervention across different anxiety disorder presentations. Special features include 19 reproducible handouts and forms that can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.
Chapter
Chapter 1--Anxiety Disorders and the Transdiagnostic Perspective
Chapter 2--Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy within a Transdiagnostic Framework
Chapter 3--Getting Ready for Treatment: Assessing the Client
Chapter 4--Session 1: Introduction and Education
Chapter 5--Session 2: More on Anxiety and the Importance of
Chapter 6--Session 3: Challenging Anxious Thoughts
Chapter 7--Prior to Session 4: Planning to Confront the Fears
Chapter 8--Sessions 4 through 9: Exposure
Chapter 9--Session 10: Getting Back to Thoughts
Chapter 10--Session 11: Softening Negative Affective Styles
Chapter 11--Session 12: Relapse Prevention and Concluding Treatment
Chapter 12--After Treatment: Assessing Improvement and Moving Forward