Continuing Education for Psychologists

COGNITIVE THERAPY FOR CHRONIC PAIN, 2ND EDITION
A Step-by-Step Guide

Grounded in state-of-the-art theory and research, this hands-on volume provides a complete cognitive-behavioral treatment program for clients suffering from chronic pain. Ten clearly organized modules for use with groups or individuals offer well-tested strategies for engaging clients, challenging distorted thoughts and beliefs about pain, and helping to build needed skills for coping and adaptation. Also featured are a detailed theoretical and empirical rationale, along with guidelines for setting up treatment groups and conducting effective assessments. Presented in a large-size format for ease of photocopying and use, the book contains everything needed to implement the program, including numerous case examples and troubleshooting tips and over 40 reproducible session outlines, client handouts, and assessment tools.

Beverly E. Thorn, Ph.D., is Professor of Psychology and Director of the Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology at the University of Alabama. Dr. Thorn is a Fellow of the Society of Behavioral Medicine and of the Division of Health Psychology of the American Psychological Association.

This up-to-date second edition not only provides an overview of the scientific evidence supporting CBT for chronic pain, but also is filled with practical tips for dealing with challenges that typically arise when working with patients. Thorn is an internationally recognized expert who has pioneered novel approaches to implementing CBT with chronic pain sufferers, including those with multiple comorbid conditions. She draws on her rich background of clinical experience and brings the material to life with numerous anecdotes and examples. A wide range of practitioners will find this book very accessible and will learn techniques they can integrate into their daily practice."
--Francis J. Keefe, PhD, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Director, Duke Pain Prevention and Treatment Research Program, Duke University School of Medicine

"Experts in pain management are unanimous in encouraging timely and equitable access to cognitive therapy to address the interrelated public health crises of undertreatment of pain and the opioid epidemic. Thorn"s contribution stands alone in providing a patient-centered guide that can be used in the broadest array of clinical practice settings. It is clear that this book will serve as the gold standard for the field of pain management for many years to come."
--Robert D. Kerns, PhD, Departments of Psychiatry, Neurology, and Psychology, Yale University

"There has been a recent resurgence of interest in nonpharmacological interventions for pain, and this evidence-based book is packed with interventions that really work. Easy to read and understand, the manual includes helpful reproducible materials and real-world examples to offer guidance in the management of pain. The second edition features freestanding modules, incorporates new clinical techniques, and has up-to-date resources and reproducible tools. Thorn emphasizes goal setting and active collaboration to help clients gain control over an otherwise debilitating condition. I highly recommend this book as a "must have" for seasoned professionals as well as clinicians and students new to the field."
--Robert N. Jamison, PhD, Departments of Anesthesia and Psychiatry, Brigham and Women"s Hospital, Harvard Medical School

"Grounded in theory and rigorous scientific research, this book is a classic. The second edition incorporates new techniques, including mindfulness meditation, as well as additional tools, such as downloadable client handouts and audio recordings. The treatment modules are now more self-contained, allowing practitioners to integrate and adapt the treatment for a variety of applications and settings. What hasn"t changed since the first edition is the book"s engaging and insightful style. It is obvious that Thorn both understands the science underlying the treatment and has compassionately and effectively delivered it to many clients. This book is the essential reference for providing group or individual CBT to people with chronic pain, and should be part of predoctoral and postdoctoral training for all professionals who plan to work with chronic pain in psychology, social work, nursing, occupational therapy, and other health care disciplines."
--Dawn M. Ehde, PhD, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington

"This second edition is extensively revised and represents a seminal contribution to the field of pain treatment. The book is unique in that its methods are so rigorous as to be usable as a scientific protocol for a clinical trial, while at the same time so practical as to be easily implemented in the clinical setting. Thorn translates the science of pain treatment into practice."
--Daniel Bruns, PsyD, FAPA, Health Psychology Associates, Greeley, Colorado