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Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: 100 Key Points and Techniques

Over the past 30 years, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) has expanded its application to address a wide range of issues, from anxiety disorders to substance abuse and eating disorders, across diverse populations including children, adolescents, and older adults. Recommended by NICE as the first-line treatment for numerous psychological disorders within the NHS, CBT continues to grow in popularity as an evidence-based approach in psychotherapy.

In Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: 100 Key Points and Techniques, Michael Neenan and Windy Dryden provide a concise and accessible guide to the fundamental aspects of CBT. This revised and updated second edition covers both theory and practice, with 100 key points and techniques divided into practical sections. Key topics include:

• Common misconceptions about CBT
• Teaching the cognitive model
• Assessment and case conceptualization
• Using homework (self-help assignments)
• Detecting and addressing negative automatic thoughts (NATs)
• Conducting behavioural experiments
• Understanding intermediate and core beliefs
• Managing relapse
• Exploring third-wave CBT approaches

This compact and user-friendly book is an essential resource for psychotherapists and counsellors, whether in training or fully qualified, providing a thorough understanding of CBT’s main features as part of a comprehensive introduction to modern psychotherapy approaches.