Research into the beneficial effect of developing compassion has
advanced enormously in the last ten years, with the development of inner
compassion being an important therapeutic focus and goal. This book
explains how Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) - a process of developing
compassion for the self and others to increase well-being and aid
recovery - varies from other forms of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
Comprising 30 key points this book explores the founding principles of
CFT and outlines the detailed aspects of compassion in the CFT approach.
Divided into two parts - Theory and Compassion Practice - this
concise book provides a clear guide to the distinctive characteristics
of CFT.
Compassion Focused Therapy will be a valuable source for students and
professionals in training as well as practising therapists who want to
learn more about the distinctive features of CFT.