This user-friendly guide to the basics of Buddhist psychology presents a
roadmap specifically designed for cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
practitioners. It explains central Buddhist concepts and how they can be
applied to clinical work, and features numerous experiential exercises
and meditations. Downloadable audio recordings of the guided meditations
are provided at the companion website. Essential topics include the
relationship between suffering and psychopathology, the role of
compassion in understanding and treating psychological problems, and how
mindfulness fits into evidence-based psychotherapy practice. The book
describes an innovative case conceptualization method, grounded in
Buddhist thinking, that facilitates the targeted delivery of specific
CBT interventions.