Integrated Group Therapy for Bipolar Disorder and Substance Abuse

Packed with practical clinical tools, this book presents an empirically supported treatment expressly designed for clients with both bipolar disorder and substance use disorders. Integrated group therapy teaches essential recovery behaviors and relapse prevention skills that apply to both illnesses. The volume provides a complete session-by-session overview of the approach, including clear guidelines for setting up and running groups, implementing the cognitive-behavioral treatment techniques, and troubleshooting frequently encountered problems. In a large-size format for easy reference and photocopying, the book features 29 reproducible handouts and forms. This book will be important reading for clinical psychologists, social workers, substance abuse counselors, psychiatrists, and other clinicians who treat clients with substance use and mood disorders. It may also serve as a supplemental text in graduate-level courses.