Cognitive Therapy of Schizophrenia

Drawing on the authors' decades of influential work in the field, this highly practical volume presents an evidence-based cognitive therapy approach for clients with schizophrenia. Guidelines are provided for collaborative assessment and case formulation that enable the clinician to build a strong therapeutic relationship, establish reasonable goals, and tailor treatment to each client's needs. Described in thorough, step-by-step detail are effective techniques for working with delusional beliefs, voices, visions, thought disorders, and negative symptoms; integrating cognitive therapy with other forms of treatment; reducing the risk of relapse; and helping clients stay motivated and engaged. Grounded in the latest research on schizophrenia and its treatment, this state-of-the-art treatment guide includes reproducible client handouts and assessment tools.