This book presents a framework for the use of Socratic strategies in
psychotherapy and counseling.
The framework has been fine-tuned in multiple large-scale cognitive
behavior therapy (CBT) training initiatives and is presented and
demonstrated with applied case examples. The text is rich with case
examples, tips, tricks, strategies, and methods for dealing with the
most entrenched of beliefs. The authors draw from diverse therapies and
theoretical orientation to present a framework that is flexible and
broadly applicable. The book also contains extensive guidance on
troubleshooting the Socratic process. Readers will learn how to apply
this framework to specialty populations such as patients with borderline
personality disorder who are receiving dialectical behavior therapy.
Additional chapters contain explicit guidance on how to layer
intervention to bring about change in core belief and schema.
This book is a must read for therapists in training, early career
professionals, supervisors, trainers, and any clinician looking to
refine and enhance their ability to use Socratic strategies to bring
about lasting change.