Based on cognitive behavioural psychotherapy, this resource book describes how to treat mild to moderate depression. Aimed at the professional with little or no experience of treating depression, it provides detailed instructions on recognising a client's profile of depression, identifying dysfunctional thinking patterns and following through the ten steps for treatment. The methods described can be used with clients exhibiting mild to moderate depression in most therapeutic situations and also for people suffering from severe depression if they are in an in-patient setting. This book is divided into three parts. Part 1 contains basic information about depression, cognitive therapy and other approaches to treatment; Part 2 gives practical guidance in 10 steps to help clients overcome depression; and Part 3 provides additional information about sub-types of depression, drug treatment and the management of suicide and self-harm. Each step has handouts that can be photocopied and given to the client. It is suitable for use with groups as well as individuals.

About the Author
Geoff Tomlinson is a consultant psychiatrist in Plymouth working in the Home Treatment Team and Early Intervention Service. Dawn Slater is a ward manager in Plymouth for the acute in-patient ward and intensive care unit.

Reviews
'The resource book is a well written, easy to read guide. Reading this book was a pleasurable experience. It was easy to follow, well laid out...a good review for clinicians who have experience with it' - Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapists



Book Information
ISBN 9780863884030
Author Geoff Tomlinson
Format Paperback
Page Count 183
Imprint Speechmark Publishing Ltd
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g