Mastery of Your Anxiety and Worry

Therapist Guide

Richard E Zinbarg author David H Barlow author Michelle G Craske author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Oxford University Press Inc

Published:13th Apr '06

Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

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This guide supports mental health professionals treating adults with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. It presents a 12-lesson program featuring evidence-based cognitive-behavioral techniques to help clients monitor and manage their anxiety effectively.

Mastery of Your Anxiety and Worry serves as a comprehensive guide for mental health professionals working with adult clients diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and excessive worry. This updated edition builds upon the success of its predecessor, offering a structured 12-lesson program designed to help clinicians teach their clients effective anxiety monitoring techniques. By focusing on practical procedures, the book aims to empower both therapists and clients in their journey toward better mental health.

The guide emphasizes the importance of cognitive-behavioral techniques, such as cognitive restructuring and in vivo exposure, to address anxiety and worry. These evidence-based strategies are clearly outlined, allowing practitioners to implement them effectively in their therapeutic sessions. The structured approach not only aids in understanding the complexities of anxiety but also facilitates a collaborative environment where clients can actively participate in their treatment process.

Overall, Mastery of Your Anxiety and Worry is an essential resource for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their practice. By providing a thorough framework for treatment, the book equips therapists with the necessary tools to help their clients gain control over their anxiety and initiate meaningful change in their lives. This guide is a valuable addition to the field, reflecting current best practices and research in anxiety management.

This is one of the best books in this series, and one of the best discussions of treatment for generalized anxiety disorder in quite some time. Strongly recommended! * Doody's Notes *

ISBN: 9780195300024

Dimensions: 253mm x 180mm x 14mm

Weight: 376g

184 pages

2nd Revised edition