Full Description
This book presents a comprehensive, 12-module transdiagnostic program to deliver Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) in group and individual settings.
Offering an accessible step-by-step guide to the essentials of CFT and its application to a range of contexts, this book provides clinicians with clear guidelines to deliver the modules and adapt them to the specific needs of target groups/individuals. Each module focuses on a theme, which is explained through an introductory basic science for the clinician and then developed and explored through psychoeducation for the client, followed by a variety of experiential exercises. Also included are examples of CFT case formulations, therapist scripts, and client handouts. As an additional resource, clinicians are provided access to www.cftmanual.com, an online platform with downloadable support material such as guided audio meditations, videos of brief Yoga sessions, educational videos, and supplementary handouts.
This practice guide will be the authoritative resource in CFT for clinicians, trainers, supervisors, researchers, and clients with previous CFT experience who wish to deepen their practice.
Contents
Foreword by Prof. Paul Gilbert A _ Introduction B _ CFT formulations 1_ Introduction to Compassion and Tricky Brain 2_ Three Types of Emotion 3_ Mindfulness 4_ Safety and Safeness & Receiving Compassion from Others 5_ The Compassionate Self 6_ The Multiple Selves 7_ Self-Criticism 8_ Shame and Guilt 9_ Deepening Compassion for the self 10_ Compassionate Assertiveness 11_ Forgiveness 12_ Envisioning a Compassionate Future APPENDIX (Client handout A and Client handout B)