Overcoming Alcohol Problems: A Couples-Focused Program

by Barbara S. McCrady, Elizabeth E. Epstein

Overview

This therapist guide outlines a treatment program for couples wherein one partner has an alcohol use disorder. Based on the principles of CBT, this 12-session couples-focused program is designed not only to help the drinking partner stop drinking, but also to help his or her partner change behaviors that may contribute to the drinker's problem. Another aim of treatment is to enhance the couple's relationship. TreatmentsThatWork™ represents the gold standard of behavioral healthcare interventions! BL All programs have been rigorously tested in clinical trials and are backed by years of research BL A prestigious scientific advisory board, led by series Editor-In-Chief David H. Barlow, reviews and evaluates each intervention to ensure that it meets the highest standard of evidence so you can be confident that you are using the most effective treatment available to date BL Our books are reliable and effective and make it easy for you to provide your clients with the best care available BL Our corresponding workbooks contain psychoeducational information, forms and worksheets, and homework assignments to keep clients engaged and motivated BL A companion website (www.oup.com/us/ttw) offers downloadable clinical tools and helpful resources BL Continuing Education (CE) Credits are now available on select titles in collaboration with PsychoEducational Resources, Inc. (PER)

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780198043409
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	12/02/2008
Series:	Treatments That Work
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	3 MB

Table of Contents

1. Introduction / Rationale / Self-Recording (Session 1)2. Functional Analysis / Noticing Positive Behavior (Session 2)3. High-Risk Hierarchy / Self-Management Plans / Partner Functional Analysis Part I (Session 3)4. Partner Functional Analysis Part II / Enhancing Motivation to Change (Session 4)5. Dealing with Urges / Decreasing Partner Triggers (Session 5)6. Rearranging Behavioral Consequences / Shared Activities (Session 6)7. Dealing with Alcohol-Related Thoughts / Communication Part I (Session 7)8. Drink Refusal / Communication Part II (Session 8)9. Partner Role in Drink Refusal / Communication Part III / Relapse Prevention Part I (Session 9)10. Problem Solving / Relapse Prevention Part II (Session 10)11. Relapse Prevention Part III / Acceptance Framework (Session 11)12. Review / Relapse Prevention Part IV (Session 12)Client Self-Monitoring CardsPartner Recording Cards