This ground-breaking text has firmly established itself as a touchstone for all therapists using interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT). Thoroughly updated and revised with a wealth of new material and evidence, this book continues to be comprehensive manual for experienced therapists and those undergoing specific IPT training. With its clear concise text and numerous clinical cases, examples and vignettes, Interpersonal Psychotherapy: A Clinician's Guide is the international standard for the clinical trainee seeking an introduction to IPT as well as for instructors of psychiatry residents, psychology interns and graduate students, as well as social work students. It is an accessible reference for students of nursing, primary care practitioners and other mental health providers. Section 1: Introduction 1. Introduction 2. IPT Theory and Clinical Applications Section 2: Initial Sessions 3. The Structure of IPT 4. Assessment and Patient Selection 5. The Interpersonal Inventory 6. The Interpersonal Formulation 7. The Treatment Contract Section 3: IPT Techniques Introduction 8. Clarification 9. Communication Analysis 10. Interpersonal Incidents 11. Use of Affect 12. Role Playing 13. Problem Solving 14. Homework 15. Use of Therapeutic Relationship Section 4: Problem Areas 16. Interpersonal Disputes 17. Role Transitions 18. Grief and Loss Section 5: Concluding IPT 19. Concluding Acute Treatment and Maintenance Section 6: Additional Aspects of IPT 20. Research in IPT 21. IPT: An Integrated Case Appendices: A) Patient Information Guide B) Interpersonal Inventory Recording Form C) IPT Formulation Form D) International Society for Interpersonal Psychotherapists E) Training in IPT Special Features A wealth of clinically based descriptions and vignettes help bring the theory to life. Numerous case studies highlight the key issues in IPT. There are extensive reproducible diagrams and flowcharts for use by therapists and patients alike. Comprehensive coverage of key theoretical issues and an up to date critical appraisal of IPT research. New to this Edition More information on the theory of IPT integrating current empirical literatures related to attachment, social theory, communication theory and social cognition. A new chapter on common problems encountered. New material on training and dissemination of IPT. How to integrate techniques from other approaches and models. More information on depression and how to manage joint sessions. Scott Stuart, MD, is Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Psychology at the University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, USA. Michael Robertson, FRANZCP, is Director of the Mayo Wesley Centre for Mental Health in Taree, New South Wales, Australia. |