Aaron P. Brinen – författare

From pioneering treatment developers, this book describes recovery-oriented cognitive therapy (CT-R). This evidence-based approach empowers people given a serious mental health diagnosis such as schizophrenia to build a better life in their chosen community. CT-R provides innovative strategies to help individuals shift from a “patient” mode to an adaptive mode of living and take positive steps to pursue valued aspirations. Vivid case vignettes and sample dialogues illustrate ways to access the adaptive mode with people experiencing negative symptoms, delusions, hallucinations, communication difficulties, self-harming or aggressive behavior, and other challenges. In a convenient large-size format, the book includes reproducible handouts and forms that also can be downloaded and printed from the companion website.See also Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Third Edition: Basics and Beyond, Judith S. Beck, the definitive CBT text, with new coverage of CT-R in the third edition.

From pioneering treatment developers, this book describes recovery-oriented cognitive therapy (CT-R). This evidence-based approach empowers people given a serious mental health diagnosis such as schizophrenia to build a better life in their chosen community. CT-R provides innovative strategies to help individuals shift from a "patient" mode to an adaptive mode of living and take positive steps to pursue valued aspirations. Vivid case vignettes and sample dialogues illustrate ways to access the adaptive mode with people experiencing negative symptoms, delusions, hallucinations, communication difficulties, self-harming or aggressive behavior, and other challenges. In a convenient large-size format, the book includes reproducible handouts and forms. Purchasers get access to a companion website where they can download and print the reproducible materials, plus two online-only tip sheets relevant to COVID-19 and telehealth, and find a link to related videos. See also Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Third Edition: Basics and Beyond, Judith S. Beck, the definitive CBT text, with new coverage of CT-R in the third edition.

For people with psychosis, recovery is a winding path, not a straight line. And the best person to steer your recovery is you. Leading psychologist Aaron P. Brinen busts myths and helps you build the life you want in this empowering book. Dr. Brinen provides step-by-step guidance for becoming a strong self-advocate, navigating treatment options, managing symptoms that cause distress, and coping with stigma. Learn crucial ways to connect with others, pursue your goals at school or work, and keep your body healthy. The brief chapters are warm and compassionate, with downloadable practical tools designed to boost your energy and motivation for getting out into the world. This is a book you can read cover to cover--or dip into any time you need extra support to live well and feel good.

For people with psychosis, recovery is a winding path, not a straight line. And the best person to steer your recovery is you. Leading psychologist Aaron P. Brinen busts myths and helps you build the life you want in this empowering book. Dr. Brinen provides step-by-step guidance for becoming a strong self-advocate, navigating treatment options, managing symptoms that cause distress, and coping with stigma. Learn crucial ways to connect with others, pursue your goals at school or work, and keep your body healthy. The brief chapters are warm and compassionate, with downloadable practical tools designed to boost your energy and motivation for getting out into the world. This is a book you can read cover to cover--or dip into any time you need extra support to live well and feel good.

For people with psychosis, recovery is a winding path, not a straight line. And the best person to steer your recovery is you. Leading psychologist Aaron P. Brinen busts myths and helps you build the life you want in this empowering book. Dr. Brinen provides step-by-step guidance for becoming a strong self-advocate, navigating treatment options, managing symptoms that cause distress, and coping with stigma. Learn crucial ways to connect with others, pursue your goals at school or work, and keep your body healthy. The brief chapters are warm and compassionate, with downloadable practical tools designed to boost your energy and motivation for getting out into the world. This is a book you can read cover to cover--or dip into any time you need extra support to live well and feel good.