avigdor bonchek, a clinical psychologist, explores how cognitive behavioural therapy and treatment programs that derive from the theory can help solve a variety of psychological problems in CBT for Psychotherapists.≪ br/> drawing on professional literature and his decades of professional experience, he encourages readers and practitioners to think critically when deciding how to use CBT.≪ br/> in straightforward language, he explains what CBT is-andd isn't-andd how it differs from other approaches. He also highlights some of the strengths of CBI, including: < br/> - It takes a here-and-now approach: knowledge of the patient's past is not essential to helping the patient solve his problem.≪ br/> - It offers an individualized treatment plan for each patient: there is no "one size fits all" To solve problems.≪ br/> - It outlines clear behavioural goals for patients: CBT helps people overcome their problems. ≪ br/> - therapists take an active role: they direct the therapy, assign homework, and coach their patients; br/> - lastly, CBT therapists usually see their patients as having a problem rather than seeing them as problem patients.≪ br/> filled with examples, anecdotes, and insights on varied approaches, this book is a balanced guide to CBI for new and experienced therapists alike