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CBT for Worry and Generalised Anxiety Disorder

by Andrew Wilkinson

Book Details

Publisher:SAGE
Published:2011-03-11
Pages:161
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

This practical introduction helps trainees use cognitive behavioural therapy to assess and treat generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), one of the most commonly presented client issues. Taking the reader step-by-step through each stage of CBT with anxiety and worry, the authors illustrate the whole range of different treatment techniques whilst keeping the book accessible and concise. Tailored to current High and Low Intensity (IAPT) training, it covers self-help literature as well as traditional o

Our Review

This practical guide delivers exactly what mental health trainees need to effectively apply cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to generalized anxiety disorder and chronic worry. Wilkinson breaks down the entire CBT process into manageable stages, from initial assessment through the full range of evidence-based treatment interventions, creating a clear roadmap for clinical practice. The book's accessible approach makes complex therapeutic concepts immediately applicable, whether you're working with self-help materials or traditional one-on-one therapy sessions.

What sets this resource apart is its specific tailoring to current IAPT training requirements, bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world clinical demands. Mental health professionals will appreciate how it translates CBT principles into actionable strategies for addressing GAD's characteristic patterns of excessive worry and anxiety. For anyone preparing to work with anxious clients, this concise manual provides the foundational skills and confidence needed to make a meaningful difference in treatment outcomes.

Themes

Medical

Subjects

Medical