Cognitive Behavior Therapy Modules

All Appendices are in Adobe Acrobat format.

• Module 1 — Introduction video
  • What is CBT?
  • CBT model applied to depression
  • CBT model applied to panic disorder
• Module 2A — Characteristics & defining themes of CBT video
  • Scientific & evidence-based
  • Present focus
  • Goal-oriented
  • Learning focus
  • Transparent communication (Socratic approach, guided discovery)
  • Flexible & individualized
  • CBT case formulation

  Appendices
  Beck's Cognitive Theory of Depression

• Module 2B — Characteristics & defining themes of CBT video
  • Step-wise progression
  • Brevity
  • Collaborative (treatment planning & agenda setting)
• Module 3A — A sampling of cognitive strategies video
  • Thought record
  • The 3 C’s

  Appendices
  CBT Module
  Cognitive Distortions
  Thought Record (Sample)
  Thought Record (Blank)
  Extended Thought Record (Sample)
  Extended Thought Record (Blank)
  Challenge Questions
  The 3 C's

• Module 3B — A sampling of cognitive strategies video
  • Evidence record
  • Downward arrow exploration of automatic thoughts, assumptions & core beliefs
  • Role playing to help patient challenge distorted thoughts/beliefs video

  Appendices
  Evidence Record (Sample)
  Evidence Record (Blank)
  Core Beliefs in Depression

• Module 4A — A sampling of behavioral strategies: video
  • Behavioral activation/activity monitoring & scheduling
  • Pleasure predicting experiments

  Appendices
  Activity Schedule Form
  Motivation Works Backwards
  Changes in Mood
  Taking Action
  Becoming Less Depressed
  So What? Keep Going...
  Pleasure Predicting Experiment Form

• Module 4B — A sampling of behavioral strategies: video
  • Relaxation training, progressive muscle relaxation, visualization
  • Exposure

  Appendices
  Muscle Tension Record

• Module 4C — A sampling of behavioral strategies: video
  • Communication skills training, assertiveness skills training, role-playing

  Appendices
  Interpersonal Communication Styles
  What Is Assertive Communication?
  LADDER Approach to Assertive Communication
  Mistaken Assumptions
  Tips for Assertiveness
  Communication Variables to Be Aware of
  CBT References

• Module 5 — CBT: Third wave skills: video
  • Mindfulness-based meditation
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Virtual Reality Therapy video
• Virtual Reality Exposure for Combat Veteran with PTSD video