BookSarah J. Egan, Tracey D. Wade, Roz Shafran, Martin M. Antony.
Summary: This practical resource provides an evidence-based framework for treating clients struggling with perfectionism, whether as the main presenting problem or in conjunction with depression, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. Using a case formulation approach, the authors draw on their extensive cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) experience to present specific techniques and interventions. Coverage spans treatment planning, the therapeutic alliance, key obstacles that may arise, relapse prevention, and emerging research. Reproducible assessment scales and 36 pat.
Contents:
Cover; Half Title Page; Title Page; Copyright Page; About the Authors; Preface; Contents; 1. Nature and Causes of Perfectionism; 2. Research on the Treatment of Perfectionism; 3. Perfectionism across Psychopathology; 4. Perfectionism as a Transdiagnostic Process; 5. Assessment of Perfectionism; 6. Treatment Planning, Homework, and Supervision; 7. The Cognitive-Behavioral Model of Perfectionism and Collaborative Formulation; 8. The Therapeutic Alliance and Engagement; 9. Self-Monitoring, Psychoeducation, and Surveys; 10. Thinking Errors; 11. Cognitive Strategies; 12. Behavioral Experiments. 13. Self-Evaluation and Self-Criticism14. Procrastination and Time Management; 15. Relapse Prevention; 16. Emerging Approaches in Treatment of Perfectionism;
Appendix 1. Resources;
Appendix 2. Handouts;
Appendix 3. Self-Report Measures; References; Index.