Description
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adolescents
Book Summary
This practical manual offers a comprehensive and up-to-date guide on the application of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in the adolescent population. Written by specialist Carmem Beatriz Neufeld, this work provides specific therapeutic tools, techniques, and strategies to address the most common psychological challenges at this stage of development. The reader will find an evidence-based approach, including case studies and intervention protocols, designed to improve clinical efficacy and adapt CBT to the cognitive and emotional needs of adolescents.
What is it about?
The book explores the application of cognitive-behavioral therapy in adolescents, addressing everything from theoretical foundations to the practical implementation of interventions. It focuses on how to adapt classic CBT techniques (such as cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, or exposure) to the developmental, social, and emotional reality of young people. Throughout its pages, the most prevalent disorders and problems in adolescence are analyzed, offering specific protocols for their treatment. In addition, strategies are included to manage resistance to change, foster the therapeutic alliance, and work with the family, all with a practical and applied approach.
Main Topics
- Foundations and principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy applied to adolescents.
- Cognitive restructuring and behavior modification techniques for young people.
- Intervention protocols for anxiety disorders, depression, and behavioral problems in adolescence.
- Strategies for managing therapeutic resistance and building an alliance with the adolescent.
- Integration of work with the family and the school environment in the therapeutic process.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, and psychology students who wish to specialize in working with adolescents. It is also highly useful for mental health professionals seeking to update their knowledge of CBT and apply it effectively to a young population. It is a valuable tool both for those starting out in cognitive-behavioral therapy and for experienced clinicians who want to deepen their application with adolescents.
What this book contributes
- Provides a solid theoretical-practical framework for applying CBT specifically in adolescents.
- Offers protocols and techniques adapted to the developmental and emotional characteristics of young people.
- Includes concrete strategies to address the most common disorders at this stage of life.
- Helps improve therapeutic efficacy and reduce dropout rates in sessions with adolescents.
- Facilitates the integration of work with the adolescent and their family and school environment.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Neufeld, Carmem Beatriz
- Publisher: MANUAL MODERNO
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: BEHAVIORIST THEORY (BEHAVIORISM), COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY
- Collection: PSYCHOLOGY
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: November 2025
- Number of pages: 412
- Weight: 410 g
Editorial Assessment
This is a reference work for any professional working with adolescents from a cognitive-behavioral perspective. Its value lies in the combination of theoretical rigor and practical applicability, offering concrete resources for daily clinical practice. It is a manual that fills an important gap in specialized literature by focusing exclusively on the particularities of CBT for this age group, making it an indispensable tool for training and clinical practice.