Ultra-Brief Cognitive Behavioral Interventions

Ultra-Brief Cognitive Behavioral Interventions showcases a new practice model to address both physical and psychological health issues in mental health and integrated care settings, utilizing focused interventions in brief treatment formats.

Len Sperry, MD, PhD , is a professor at Florida Atlantic University with extensive experience in mental health and integrated care settings. His 1000+ publications include: Behavioral Health and Treating Chronic Medical Conditions: Cognitive Behavioral Strategies and Integrative Protocols. Vassilia Binensztok, PhD , is an instructor at Florida Atlantic University who has trained and coached mental health professionals in case conceptualization and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approaches, with an emphasis on ultra-brief cognitive behavioral interventions.

Foreword Introduction Part I: Ultra-Brief Interventions and the Cutting Edge of Clinical Practice 1. Ultra-Brief Interventions in Mental Health and Integrated Care Practice 2. 20 Key Ultra-Brief Interventions in Mental Health and Integrated Care Practice 3. Brief Assessment in Mental Health and Integrated Care Practice 4. Pattern-Focused Therapy in Mental Health and Integrated Care Practice Part II: Application of Ultra-Brief Interventions 5. Ultra-Brief Interventions with Depression 6. Ultra-Brief Interventions with Anxiety and Trauma 7. Ultra-Brief Interventions with Chronic Pain and Medication Misuse 8. Ultra-Brief Interventions with Sleep Problems 9. Ultra-Brief Interventions with Weight Problems 10. Ultra-Brief Interventions with Diabetes Appendices Appendix A: Screening Instruments Appendix B: Patient Handouts Index