Introduction to Modern CBT

Stefan G. Hofmann, Ph.D. is Professor of Psychology and the Director of the Psychotherapy and Emotion Research Laboratory at Boston University. He has been a Board Member of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy and is an advisor to the DSM-V Development Process. He is the author of more than 170 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, and has published seven books. His primary research interests focus on treatment research for which he has received many research awards. In addition to lecturing clinicians world-wide in cognitive behavioral therapy, he is a licensed psychologist and has a private practice.

"Hofmann’s non-defensive and even-handed approach lends the book unprecedented breadth and depth, unbiased by allegiance to any proprietary model. His thoroughgoing commitment to science as the only legitimate guide to the growth of CBT makes this book the most powerful of its kind." (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Book Reviews, 2012)“Nevertheless, this book is a great read and will serve as a permanent reference resource for anyone searching for an engaging introduction to modern CBT.”  (British Psychological Society, 2012)"This well-produced book is clearly written and nicely illustrated. It starts off by presenting the basic tenets of CBT, and then describes how the approach can be applied to some of the most common mental health issues... this book would make an excellent core text for introducing trainees to the fundamentals of a CBT approach to common mental health problems." (The Psychologist, April 2012)

• About the Author ixForeword xiAcknowledgment xiiiPreface xvChapter 1 The Basic Idea 1Chapter 2 Empowering the Mind 23Chapter 3 Confronting Phobias 47Chapter 4 Fighting Panic and Agoraphobia 61Chapter 5 Conquering Social Anxiety Disorder 79Chapter 6 Treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder 93Chapter 7 Beating Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Worry 105Chapter 8 Dealing with Depression 121Chapter 9 Overcoming Alcohol Problems 135Chapter 10 Resolving Sexual Problems 151Chapter 11 Managing Pain 165Chapter 12 Mastering Sleep 177References 191Index 205