“Anxiety, panic, and worries can have crippling and debilitating effects on a person’s life. Fortunately, there are effective ways to deal with them. In this beautifully written workbook, McKay, Skeen, and Fanning offer concrete and effective instructions to overcome these problems. I highly recommend this book.”
—Stefan G. Hofmann, PhD, professor of psychology at Boston University
“Combining the best approaches from all three generations of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) research and practice, this book is a reliable, evidence-based guide to expand your life when it is restricted by fear. Systematic, clear, and step-by-step, think of it as a roadmap for human liberation—your own, or one you love. Highly recommended.”
—Steven C. Hayes, PhD, professor of psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno,and author of Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life
“This workbook beautifully integrates strategies from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into practical solutions for a broad spectrum of anxiety problems. McKay, Skeen, and Fanning take readers through a step-by-step process explaining mechanisms underlying anxiety, helping individuals assess problematic coping patterns, and introducing values work to motivate them for the challenge of tackling anxiety in a meaningful and lasting way. Numerous real-life examples validate personal experiences and illustrate how to implement interventions to reduce suffering, which will resonate with clients and clinicians alike.”
—Rochelle I. Frank, PhD, assistant clinical professor of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, and coauthor of The Transdiagnostic Road Map to Case Formulation and Treatment Planning
“This workbook demystifies anxiety and teaches the nuts and bolts about using strategies from the most up-to-date anxiety protocols and treatments to face your specific fears and cope with fearful thoughts. It’s informative, thorough, and easy to follow, with numerous examples to use as guidelines. Whether you suffer from anxiety or you help those who do, this resource offers the practical guidance you need.”
—Joan Davidson, PhD, codirector and founding partner of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy, and assistant professor in the clinical sciences program at the University of California, Berkeley
“This book is based on a number of proven approaches for treating and managing anxiety, including exposure to feared stimuli, mindfulness and acceptance, and cognitive reappraisal. Filled with helpful worksheets and illustrations, the book’s clear, practical, and accessible format is an excellent option for anyone struggling with anxiety.”
—Martin M. Antony, PhD, professor of psychology at Ryerson University, and coauthor of The Shyness and Social Anxiety Workbook and The Anti-Anxiety Workbook
