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Sex Matters for Women, Second Edition

Sex Matters for Women, Second EditionWomen today are more knowledgeable about sex than ever before – but many still struggle with sexual myths, self-doubt, and "embarrassing" questions.

This trusted book has already helped many thousands of women understand how their bodies work and take charge of their sexuality.

The authors are experienced therapists who present solid, science-based information on the topics women are talking about and those that aren't discussed enough – from how to have more satisfying sex to questions about hormones, anatomy, relationships, body image, and trauma.

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Breaking Free from Depression: Pathways to Wellness

Breaking Free from DepressionLeading psychiatrist/researcher Jesse Wright and his daughter Laura McCray, a family physician, have seen thousands of depressed patients in their practices – and have learned that a range of different treatments work.

Infused with warmth, optimism, and clinical know-how, this book presents simple yet powerful depression-fighting strategies that sufferers can try on their own.

Drs. Wright and McCray offer a flexible menu of treatment ideas plus clear guidance for creating a personalized antidepression action plan.

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Collaborative Case Conceptualization

Collaborative Case ConceptualizationPresenting an innovative framework for tailoring cognitive-behavioral interventions to each client's needs, this accessible book is packed with practical pointers and sample dialogues.

Step-by-step, the authors show how to collaborate with clients to develop and test conceptualizations that illuminate personal strengths as well as problems, and that deepen in explanatory power as treatment progresses.

An extended case illustration demonstrates the three-stage conceptualization process over the entire course of therapy with a multiproblem client.

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Handbook of Art Therapy, Second Edition

Handbook of Art Therapy, Second EditionWidely regarded as the standard reference in the field, this Handbook provides a complete overview of art therapy, from theory and research to practical applications.

Leading practitioners demonstrate the nuts and bolts of arts-based intervention with children, adults, families, couples, and groups dealing with a wide range of clinical issues.

Rich with illustrative case material, the volume features nearly 100 sample drawings and other artwork.

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Treatment Plans and Interventions for Depression and Anxiety Disorders, Second Edition

Treatment Plans and Interventions for Depression and Anxiety Disorders, Second EditionThis widely used book is packed with indispensable tools for treating the most common clinical problems encountered in outpatient mental health practice.

Chapters provide basic information on depression and the six major anxiety disorders; step-by-step instructions for evidence-based assessment and intervention; illustrative case examples; and practical guidance for writing reports and dealing with third-party payers.

In a convenient large-size format, the book features 125 reproducible client handouts, homework sheets, and therapist forms for assessment and record keeping.

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Second Edition

Acceptance and Commitment TherapySince the original publication of this seminal work, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) has come into its own as a widely practiced approach to helping people change.

This book provides the definitive statement of ACT – from conceptual and empirical foundations to clinical techniques – written by its originators.

ACT is based on the idea that psychological rigidity is a root cause of a wide range of clinical problems.

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Cognitive Therapy of Anxiety Disorders: Science and Practice

Cognitive Therapy of Anxiety DisordersWinner of the American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year Award - Mental Health Nursing!

Updating and reformulating Aaron T. Beck's pioneering cognitive model of anxiety disorders, this book is both authoritative and highly practical.

The authors synthesize the latest thinking and empirical data on anxiety treatment and offer step-by-step instruction in cognitive assessment, case formulation, cognitive restructuring, and behavioral intervention.

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Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents: A Clinical Handbook

Eating Disorders in Children and AdolescentsBringing together leading authorities, this comprehensive volume integrates the best current knowledge and treatment approaches for eating disorders in children and adolescents.

The book reveals how anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and other disorders present differently in children than in adults and explains their potentially far-reaching impact on psychological, physical, and neurobiological development.

It provides guidelines for developmentally sound assessment and diagnosis, with attention to assessment challenges unique to this population.

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