Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy with at-Risk Children and Adolescents

This learning-focused text guides less experienced mental health students and professionals in the use of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with at-risk children and adolescents. CBT is widely accepted as one of the most effective approaches to work with a cross section of problems found in adulthood, but little has been written about its use with younger, multiracial, and multicultural populations. The book presents research evidence and treatment instruction for working with younger clients with a range of emotional and social problems, language barriers, and cognitive abilities, as well as varying degrees of family or community support. Key Features* Learning-focused approach features exercises, case examples, and stories to illustrate treatment approaches * Focus on at-risk children and youth from diverse backgrounds fills a gap in current texts * Prepares students and professionals for effective case assessment, planning, and application of treatment strategies * Ancillary Materials Available for Instr

Morley Glicken, DSW, MPA, MSW