ABSTRACT

Now in its second edition, the Handbook of Cognitive-Behavior Group Therapy with Children and Adolescents offers a review of cognitive-behavior therapy fundamentals, evidence-based group interventions, and practical guidelines for group psychotherapy.

This extensive guide presents innovative and evidence-based treatments for the challenges faced by today's youth. Each chapter covers areas such as assessment, case conceptualization, group selection, cultural considerations, protective factors, and detailed strategies and treatment protocols for use in clinical practice. This handbook combines theoretical foundations with practical application, highlighting the authors' personal experiences through case studies and therapeutic vignettes.

This book is an invaluable reference for professionals providing therapeutic intervention to children and adolescents.

part I|84 pages

Essentials of Cognitive-Behavior Group Therapy

chapter Chapter 1|20 pages

Finding Strength in Numbers

An Introduction to Cognitive-Behavior Group Therapy (CBGT) with Youth

chapter Chapter 2|17 pages

Leading Effective Groups for Children and Adolescents

Change Through Connection

part II|207 pages

Presenting Problems

chapter Chapter 8|17 pages

Using CBGT with Youth Depression

chapter Chapter 10|13 pages

Modern Group Eating Disorder Treatment

Inclusion from a Cognitive Behavioral Perspective

chapter Chapter 11|15 pages

Group CBT for Youth Experiencing Grief

chapter Chapter 12|28 pages

Building Healthy Media and Device Habits

A CBT-Based Roadmap

chapter Chapter 14|15 pages

CBT Groups with LGBTQ Youth

part III|10 pages

Conclusions and Future Considerations

chapter Chapter 17|8 pages

Epilogue

Future Considerations in CBT Group Treatment