A Transdiagnostic Approach to CBT using Method of Levels Therapy: Distinctive Features

by Warren Mansell

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is the treatment of choice for most mental health problems. Each different problem is usually treated by a different model of CBT. Yet evidence tells us that the same processes are responsible for long term distress in us all. This handy manual draws on evidence and theory to provide the key principles to aid change and recovery.

The transdiagnostic approach is supported by a wealth of evidence that processes such as worry, emotion suppression, self-criticism and avoidance maintain distress across psychological disorders. Perceptual Control Theory (PCT) explains all of these processes as forms of ‘inflexible control’, and Method of Levels Therapy (MOL) helps people to let go of these habits. The principles and techniques of MOL are clearly and practically described for clinicians to offer a transdiagnostic CBT that is tailor-made to the goals of each client.

This novel volume will be essential reading for novice and experienced CBT therapists, as well as counsellors and psychotherapists. Its accessible explanation of Perceptual Control Theory and its application to real world problems also makes a useful resource for undergraduates, graduates and researchers in psychology.

Genres: Psychology

194 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 27, 2012

Reviews

[Mani · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simplest explanation of Perceptual Control Theory and Method of Levels that I've come across.

Very helpful and even better when you check out Mansell's videos on YouTube.

He has great videos exploring perceptual control theory and dissociation as well as an explanation of the four memory modes.

Also useful is to look at the Teasdale model of Integrated control systems as another perspective on integrating propositional and implicational working memory.

[Andra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Succint and what it needed. Easy to read.