The leading text for students and practicing therapists who want to learn the fundamentals of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) this book is eminently practical and authoritative. In a highly accessible step-by-step style master clinician Judith S. Beck demonstrates how to engage patients develop a sound case conceptualization plan treatment and structure sessions effectively. Core cognitive behavioral and experiential techniques are explicated and strategies are presented for troubleshooting difficulties and preventing relapse. An extended case example and many vignettes and transcripts illustrate CBT in action. Reproducible clinical tools can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2 x 11 size. See also Dr. Beck s Cognitive Therapy for Challenging Problems: What to Do When the Basics Don t Work which addresses ways to solve frequently encountered problems with patients who are not making progress. New to This Edition*Reflects over 15 years of research advances and the author s ongoing experience as a clinician teacher and supervisor.*Chapters on the evaluation session and behavioral activation.*Increased emphasis on the therapeutic relationship building on patients strengths and homework.*Now even more practical: features reproducibles and a sample case write-up.