A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programme for Problem Gambling: Therapist Manual 1st Edition, Kindle Edition

This book is a treatment manual providing guidance for therapists treating clients with gambling addictions.In this book the authors use a cognitive behavioural approach and provide a session by session guide for overcoming problem gambling. Essential topics covered include:assessment and psychoeducationcognitive behavioural strategies to stabilize gamblingidentifying and challenging thinking errorsrelaxation and imaginal exposureproblem solving and goal settingmanaging negative emotions relapse prevention: maintaining a balanced lifestyle and coping with high risk situations A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programme for Problem Gambling supplies detailed information to help the therapist and client understand gambling behaviours, as well as practical advice on techniques that can be used with the client to change these behaviours.This practical guide will provide helpful guidance for addiction counsellors and therapists worldwide. Read more