Imagery in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Lusia Stopa
Foreword by Judith S. Beck
Hardcovere-bookprint + e-book
Hardcover
orderAugust 12, 2021
ISBN 9781462547289
Price: $45.00316 Pages
Size: 6" x 9"
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Lusia Stopa explains why it is so important to focus on mental images in cognitive-behavioral therapy. |
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Richly illustrated with clinical material, this book presents specific techniques for working with multisensory imagery in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Leading researcher-clinician Lusia Stopa explores how mental images—similarly to verbal cognitions—can trigger distress and drive maladaptive behavior. She guides the therapist to assess imagery and help clients to recognize and explore it. A range of interventions are described, including imaginal exposure, imaginal reliving, rescripting, working with self-images, and using positive imagery to improve well-being. Extensive sample dialogues and a chapter-length case example demonstrate the techniques in action with clients with a range of frequently encountered psychological problems.