CHILD: CT with Children

Christine A. Padesky, PhD
2 Audio CDs • 90 minute presentation

Cognitive Therapy with Children

© Center for Cognitive Therapy / www.padesky.com
This audio program was edited in 2006 and is consistent with current CBT standards of treatment.

Can cognitive therapy protocols be used with children?

This program teaches how to adapt CT methods to fit a child's perspective and experience.

• Learn how to use play and drama to teach children elements of the 5-part model

• Methods illustrated include use of whispering puppets, code books, Choose Your Own Adventure Books and the What's Out There? game

• Case examples demonstrate cognitive therapy applied with children who experience depression, anxiety and grief

Disc 1 of 2
1. Introduction
2. Biopsychosocial Model
3. Environment
4. Role Play: Link Body & Mind
5. Role Play: Thoughts
6. Debriefing

Disc 2 of 2
1. Behavioral Problems
2. Role Play: "Saying Hi"
3. Debriefing
4. Modify CT Protocol
5. Levels of Thought
6. Case Example: Depression