Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD: A Comprehensive Manual (1st Edition)

About the Book

Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD: A Comprehensive Manual by Patricia A. Resick, Candice M. Monson, and Kathleen M. Chard is a detailed clinical resource designed to help mental health professionals understand and implement Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), an evidence-based treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

The book provides a comprehensive overview of the theoretical foundations, clinical principles, and practical techniques used in CPT. It offers structured, session-by-session treatment guidance to help therapists address trauma-related thoughts, emotional distress, guilt, shame, and unhelpful beliefs that can develop following traumatic experiences.

Combining research-based knowledge with practical clinical applications, the manual includes therapist-client dialogue examples, treatment strategies, and reproducible client handouts. It also explores adaptations of CPT for different populations and traumatic experiences, making it a valuable resource for professionals working in trauma-focused mental healthcare.

Key Highlights:

• Explains the principles and foundations of Cognitive Processing Therapy.
• Provides step-by-step, session-by-session treatment guidance.
• Explores trauma-related thoughts, beliefs, guilt, and shame.
• Includes practical therapist-client dialogue examples.
• Features 40 reproducible client handouts.
• Discusses treatment adaptations for different populations.
• Supports structured and evidence-based PTSD treatment.

Ideal For: Clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, psychotherapists, counsellors, social workers, trauma specialists, researchers, and postgraduate psychology students.

Enhance your understanding of trauma-focused psychotherapy with this practical clinical manual, combining research-based insights, structured treatment methods, and useful therapeutic resources.

About the Authors

Patricia A. Resick, PhD, ABPP, is a distinguished clinical psychologist, researcher, and Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University School of Medicine. She is widely recognised as the developer of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), an evidence-based treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Her research focuses on psychological trauma, trauma recovery, and the development of effective treatments for individuals affected by traumatic experiences. She has published numerous books and more than 250 academic articles and book chapters.

Candice M. Monson, PhD, is a Professor of Psychology at Toronto Metropolitan University, Canada. She is an internationally recognised researcher specialising in traumatic stress, PTSD, interpersonal relationships, and evidence-based psychological treatments. Her work includes the development, evaluation, and dissemination of Cognitive Processing Therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD. She has received several professional awards for her research, teaching, and contributions to clinical psychology.

Kathleen M. Chard, PhD, is a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati and Associate Chief of Staff for Research at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center. She is a leading expert in trauma-focused treatment and plays an important role in training mental health professionals in Cognitive Processing Therapy. Her research focuses on implementing evidence-based treatments for PTSD among veterans, civilians, and first responders.

Together, the three authors bring extensive clinical, academic, and research experience to the field of trauma psychology. Their collaborative work has helped advance the understanding and application of Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD.