Meditation and Yoga in Psychotherapy: Techniques for Clinical Practice

Consistent with the positive psychology movement, meditative yoga practice puts people on a positive path to actualize change. This timely and unique book provides practical tools for integrating meditation techniques from yoga into traditional treatment plans. Its in–depth coverage not only teaches therapists what to do, but also how, when, and why to use particular techniques. A variety of presenting problems are addressed, including stress management, addictions, anxiety disorders, and attention and learning problems. Clinicians are equipped with step–by–step guidance in the therapeutic use of yoga practices to improve their clients′ mental health.

Spis treści:
Introduction.
Part I: Efficacy and Neuroscience Research.
Chapter 1: Efficacy Studies.
Chapter 2: Neuroscience Findings.
Part II: What is Yoga?
Chapter 3: Yoga Traditions.
Chapter 4: Philosophical Principles.
Chapter 5: Practices: Breathing and Meditation.
Part III: Applications.
Chapter 6: Stress.
Chapter 7. Anxiety, PTSD, & OCD.
Chapter 8. Depression.
Chapter 9. Addiction and Impulse Control.
Chapter 10. Children.
Chapter 11. Aging and Memory.
Chapter 12. Healthy Living.
Conclusions.
Bibliography.