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Practicing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Children and Adolescents

by David J. Palmiter, Jr.

Book Details

Publisher:Springer Publishing Company
Published:2016-06-22
Pages:389
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Even the best grounding in the principles of psychotherapy can leave students poorly prepared for actual face-to-face work with clients. This is the only resource dedicated specifically to increasing the confidence and professional competence of graduate students and early career professionals who use cognitive behavioral therapy with children and adolescents. With accessible language, engaging humor, and step-by-step guidance on what to do and when to do it, the author walks students through th

Our Review

This practical guide offers graduate students and early career professionals a comprehensive roadmap for applying cognitive behavioral therapy principles with younger clients, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and actual clinical practice. With step-by-step guidance on therapeutic techniques and session structure, the book provides the concrete tools mental health practitioners need to build confidence in their face-to-face work with children and adolescents. The author's accessible language and engaging humor make complex CBT concepts approachable while maintaining professional depth.

What sets this resource apart is its exclusive focus on the specific challenges and opportunities of using cognitive behavioral therapy with younger populations, addressing developmental considerations that many general CBT texts overlook. Mental health students and new professionals will find particular value in the practical strategies for building rapport, adapting techniques for different age groups, and navigating common clinical scenarios. This becomes an essential companion for anyone seeking to develop professional competence in child and adolescent psychotherapy while avoiding common beginner pitfalls.

Themes

Psychology

Subjects

Psychology