4205: Shorter-Term Treatments for Borderline Personality Disorders

About the Course:

Most books addressing the treatment of borderline personality disorder recommend intensive treatment. For most persons with a borderline diagnosis, long term, intensive treatment is financially unrealistic. This book discusses practical approaches primarily drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy and psychopharmacology that are reasonable alternatives in treating this very difficult group of clients. The author’s use of the concept “shorter term” refers to weekly psychotherapy lasting from 3-12 months. This book is well written, clear, and practical.

Author

Preston, John, Psy.D., A.B.P.P.

About the Authors:

John Preston is a clinical psychologist, author of eleven books and is a Core faulty member with Alliant International University, Sacramento. He has lectured widely both in the United States and abroad.

Course Objectives:

1. To appreciate the theoretical foundations of various approaches to brief therapy

2. To know critical issues to address in a diagnostic assessment, prior to initiating treatment

3. To develop skills for conducting brief therapy

4. To appreciate the limitations of brief therapy