Buddhist Psychology and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy: A

Buddhist Psychology and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy: A Clinician's Guide

This user-friendly guide to the basics of Buddhist psychology presents a roadmap specifically designed for cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) practitioners. It explains central Buddhist concepts and how they can be applied to clinical work, and features numerous experiential exercises and meditations. Downloadable audio recordings of the guided meditations are provided at the companion website. Essential topics include the relationship between suffering and psychopathology, the role of compassion in understanding and treating psychological problems, and how mindfulness fits into evidence-based psychotherapy practice. The book describes an innovative case conceptualization method, grounded in Buddhist thinking, that facilitates the targeted delivery of specific CBT interventions.
Country USA
Brand Taylor & Francis
Manufacturer The Guilford Press
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 9781462523245
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781462523245
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Buddhist Psychology and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy: A Clinician's Guide