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This workbook helps therapists learn the fundamental experiences of compassion-focused therapy by cultivating, applying, and reflecting upon them in their own lives. It explains basic compassion-focused therapy concepts, the rationale and background of the self-practice/self-reflection approach, the pros and cons of the various contexts of the approach, and strategies for getting the most out of it, then provides 34 30-45 minute modules for working through compassion-focused therapy practices, like mindful breathing, safe-place imagery, mindfulness, memory, imagery, and letter writing, with exercises, self-reflective questions, and example illustrations by three therapists. Annotation ©2018 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
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<div>For therapists wishing to build their skills in compassion-focused therapy (CFT), this powerful workbook presents a unique evidence-based training approach. Self-practice/self-reflection (SP/SR) enables therapists to apply CFT techniques to themselves and reflect on the experience as they work through 34 brief, carefully crafted modules. The authors are master trainers who elucidate the multiple layers of CFT, which integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy, evolutionary science, mindfulness, and other approaches. Three extended therapist examples serve as companions throughout the SP/SR journey. In a large-size format for easy photocopying, the volume includes 24 reproducible forms. Purchasers get access to a Web page where they can download and print most of the reproducible materials.</div>
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