Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Cancer :Gently Turning Towards
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Cancer :Gently Turning Towards
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Published:
2 December, 2011
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Description
Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy for Cancer presents an eight-week course for MBCT which has been tried and tested over ten years of clinical use, and is targeted specifically for people with cancer.
- There is growing evidence of mindfulness as a successful and cost-effective intervention for reducing the negative psychological impact of cancer and treatment
- Draws upon the author’s experience of working with people with cancer, and her own recent experience of using mindfulness with cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Stories from cancer patients illustrate the learning and key themes of the course
- Includes new short practices and group processes developed by the author
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780470683835 |
| ISBN10 | 047068383X |
| Number Of Pages | 432 |
| Item Weight | 653 g |
| Product Dimensions | 173 x 244 x 21 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | John Wiley and Sons Ltd |
| Format | paperback |
Media Reviews
“The author's wish to share her expertise is commendable. Written from a wealth of experience and conviction, the book is a valuable tool for anyone involved in dealing with the psychological aspects of cancer care.” (Doody’s, 4 January 2013)
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Author's Bio
Trish Bartley has taught MBCT to people with cancer in a regional oncology unit in Wales since 2000. She is an Honorary Lecturer in the School of Psychology, Bangor University. She was one of the founding teachers at the Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice, Bangor University, where she co-leads programmes for health professionals, and students on the Masters programme, to train as mindfulness-based teachers. She delivers mindfulness-based training retreats internationally.