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Book SynopsisSocial anxiety is a common and potentially disabling problem that can occur in situations ranging from dating to conversations to job interviews. Fortunately, three decades of research have shown that most people struggling with social anxiety can benefit from the cognitive-behavioral intervention described in Managing Social Anxiety. The third edition of this Therapist Guide represents the latest update of the gold-standard psychosocial intervention for social anxiety. The guide provides foundational information on the nature of social anxiety and the empirically supported cognitive-behavioral techniques used to treat it, how best to implement these techniques, and how to deal with challenges that arise during treatment. New to this edition are updated procedures and background reflecting current science and clinical findings, a greater emphasis on a multicultural approach to practice, and more attention to client goals. The step-by-step approach detailed in Managing Social Anxiety is easy for beginning therapists to implement, and offers many practical recommendations to help clients successfully engage with the treatment. More experienced therapists will find useful strategies for challenging cases and expert guidance on fine-tuning their approach.
Trade ReviewA tried and true classic gets even better. This volume is my number one recommendation for any psychotherapist who wants to provide evidence-based and compassionate treatment to a person who struggles with social anxiety * Jacqueline B. Persons, PhD, Oakland CBT Center and University of California, Berkeley *
Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1 Psychoeducation: Background on Social Anxiety and its Treatment Chapter 2 Psychoeducation: Understanding the Nature of Social Anxiety and How to Manage It Chapter 3 Psychoeducation: Etiology of Social Anxiety and Beginning to Monitor Progress Chapter 4 The Fear and Avoidance Hierarchy Chapter 5 Cognitive Restructuring: Learning about Cognitive Biases and Identifying Automatic Thoughts Chapter 6 Cognitive Restructuring: Challenging Automatic Thoughts Chapter 7 Exposure and Cognitive Restructuring: First Exposure Chapter 8 Exposure and Cognitive Restructuring: Ongoing Exposure Chapter 9 Additional Tools for Challenging Your Automatic Thoughts Chapter 10 Exposure and Cognitive Restructuring: Conversation Fears Chapter 11 Exposure and Cognitive Restructuring: Public Speaking Fears Chapter 12 Advanced Cognitive Restructuring Chapter 13 Termination Appendix A Assessment of Social Anxiety Disorder Appendix B Assessment Measures
