Problem Solving Psychotherapy: A Training Manual - Paperback

by Mark Leith M. D. (Author)

Problem-Solving Psychotherapy . Integrates a number of existing psychotherapeutic and psychological models into a unique problem-solving format. . Provides the therapist with pattern recognition and analytical skills through its clear, practical formulation method. . Guides the therapist in the moment-to-moment technical aspects of the psychotherapy session through the use of its problem- solving components. .Teaches the patient problem-solving skills including insight, emotional resolution, decision-making and conflict resolution. .Incorporates symptomatic treatment, including psychopharmacological, into the psychotherapeutic context. Manual includes - . Numerous illustrative case examples for each problem-solving component. . Extended case example of a course of treatment. . Annotated transcript of a psychotherapy session. . Social history questionnaire. . Worksheets for assessment, preparing and contracting for therapy, treatment planning and session process notes. . Extensive bibliography.