Unlock the Power of Interpersonal Psychotherapy: A Comprehensive Guide

Written by the pioneers of Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Myrna M. Weissman, John C. Markowitz, and Gerald L. Klerman, this definitive guide provides clinicians and researchers with a practical and updated approach to IPT treatment.

A Well-Researched and Time-Tested Therapy

IPT is a well-researched, time-limited, and diagnosis-focused therapy that has been extensively validated through research and listed in treatment guidelines. This updated and expanded guide builds upon the original 1984, 2000, and 2007 IPT manuals, offering a comprehensive overview of IPT treatment for various diagnoses, patient populations, and treatment formats.

Effective Treatment for Depression and Beyond

IPT has been shown to not only relieve symptoms of depression but also build social skills in individuals. This therapy can be combined with medication or used as a safe alternative for those who cannot take antidepressants. IPT has been successfully adapted to treat a range of disorders, including:

• Bipolar disorder
• Anxiety disorders
• Eating disorders
• Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Borderline personality disorder

A Practical Resource for Clinicians

This comprehensive guide provides clinicians with a step-by-step approach to delivering IPT treatment, including how to:

• Approach clinical encounters with patients
• Focus IPT treatment
• Handle therapeutic difficulties

With clinical examples and sample therapist scripts throughout, this guide summarizes the theoretical and empirical background of IPT, providing a clear and concise roadmap for clinicians to effectively deliver this evidence-based treatment.

Get the most out of IPT treatment with this updated and expanded guide, featuring 304 pages of practical guidance and insight from the experts in the field.