Group CBT for Psychosis: A Guidebook for Clinicians
Group CBT for Psychosis: A Guidebook for Clinicians provides a comprehensive and evidence-based framework for mental health professionals seeking to implement cognitive behavior therapy in a group setting. While medication was traditionally the primary treatment for psychosis, over two decades of empirical evidence now support the integration of CBT to address alterations in reality, sensory experiences, and social functioning. This guidebook represents the first published module of its kind, designed to help clinicians navigate the specialized skills required to deliver effective group interventions.
The book offers detailed descriptions of therapeutic techniques, enriched with clinical vignettes and practical worksheets intended for use during group sessions. Chapters cover the fundamental principles of CBT for psychosis, the essential elements of group dynamics, and methods for explaining the CBT model to participants. It also provides specific strategies for managing various symptoms, measuring clinical change, and overcoming common obstacles encountered in a group environment.
This resource is an essential tool for psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, occupational therapists, and social workers. It is also highly valuable for graduate students, professors, and clinical supervisors focused on teaching group facilitation skills and therapeutic interventions for individuals with psychotic disorders.
Book Details
- Title: Group CBT for Psychosis: A Guidebook for Clinicians
- Author: Tania Lecomte
- Edition: 1st Edition
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication Date: July 14, 2016
- ISBN-10: 0199391521
- ISBN-13: 978-0199391523