Emotional Schema Therapy Distinctive Features

Dr. Leahy, one of the leaders of cognitive behavioral therapy, master clinician, and prolific author has yet again enriched the field with Emotional Schema Therapy. This approach targets the way we think about our emotions, evaluate them, and cope with them. Using his rich clinical background, Dr. Leahy's new text will help countless people deal with their emotional distress. It is a must read.

Stefan G. Hofmann, PhD, Professor of Psychology, Boston University, USA

Dr. Leahy presents his latest thinking on his emotional schema theory, a novel and integrated approach to conceptualising and dealing with emotions in therapy. The impact of metacognitive, compassion and cognitive theories is evident in Dr. Leahy's discourse as he sets out new avenues for conceptualisation, research and treatment of the complex emotional life.

Professor Adrian Wells, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester, UK

Dr Leahy's new book will be a valuable and accessible resource for therapists wishing to know more about Emotional Schema Therapy.

Sabine Wilhelm, PhD, Chief of Psychology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Professor, Harvard Medical School