Behavioral Interventions in Cognitive Behavior Therapy Practical Guidance for Putting Theory Into Action

by Farmer, Richard F.; Chapman, Alexander L.

• ISBN13: 9781433841415
• ISBN10: 143384141X
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2025-02-04
• Publisher: American Psychological Association

Summary

An authoritative introduction to behavior therapy as well as a comprehensive resource for those with a firm background in this area.

This book clearly and methodically introduces the behavioral perspective to readers new to cognitive-behavioral therapy, while also applying a fresh lens for connecting theory, research, and practice for more experienced practitioners. Instead of matching interventions with client populations or diagnoses, the authors emphasize a framework and set of principles that are broadly applicable to adult clients. Readers will learn how therapists use a behavioral perspective to conceptualize their clients, their problem areas, and the therapeutic process. The chapters facilitate systematic, coherent, and flexible thinking about people and their behavior, and they offer guidance for addressing both common and novel clinical problems not addressed in standard therapy manuals.
 
This third edition includes:

• New chapters on problem‑solving therapies, self‑management interventions, and contemporary ethical and professional issues.
• A renewed focus on interventions for strengthening mindfulness and acceptance skills.
• Expanded discussions of behavioral case formulation and treatment planning.
• Extensive updates in clinical research.

Author Biography

Richard F. Farmer is a licensed psychologist and research scientist affiliated with Oregon Research Institute in Springfield, Oregon. After earning a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro following an internship at Duke University Medical Center, he served as an associate professor of psychology at Idaho State University and East Carolina University, and as a senior lecturer in psychology at the University of Canterbury in Christchurch, New Zealand. His main areas of research and clinical interest include behavioral assessment and therapy, emotional and behavioral disorders over the lifespan, personality disorders, impulsivity, and substance misuse.
 
Alexander L. Chapman is a professor, registered psychologist, and director of clinical training in the Department of Psychology at Simon Fraser University as well as the president of the Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Centre of Vancouver. He received his BA from the University of British Columbia and his MS and PhD in clinical psychology from Idaho State University following an internship at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Chapman completed a post-doctoral fellowship with Dr. Marsha Linehan at the University of Washington. Dr. Chapman’s research focuses on complex mental health concerns such as borderline personality disorder.

Table of Contents

Preface to the Third Edition
Chapter 1. Historical and Conceptual Overview of Behavior and Cognitive Therapies
Part I. Conceptual Foundations of Behavioral Assessment
Chapter 2. Principles, Goals, and Structure of Initial Assessment Sessions
Chapter 3. Behavioral Case Formulation
Chapter 4. Treatment Planning and Implementation
Part II. Interventions with Broad Applicability
Chapter 5. Changing Behavior by Changing the Environment
Chapter 6. Altering the Context that Supports Maladaptive Thinking
Chapter 7. Developing and Strengthening New Behaviors and Skills
Chapter 8. Reducing Distress and Avoidance Through Exposure-Based Interventions
Part III. Interventions for Promoting Change in Specific Areas
Chapter 9. Fostering Mindfulness and Acceptance
Chapter 10. Enhancing Emotion Regulation
Chapter 11. Promoting Behavioral Activation
Chapter 12. Improving Problem Solving
Chapter 13. Increasing Interpersonal Effectiveness
Chapter 14. Strengthening Self-Management Skills
Part IV. Therapy Process and Practice Considerations
Chapter 15. Guiding Ethical and Professional Considerations When Using Behavioral Interventions
Chapter 16. Navigating Therapeutic Challenges
Chapter 17. Bringing Therapy to a Close and Aftercare
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