Clinician's Guide: Getting Better Bit(e) by Bit(e)

Treasure, Janet; Schmidt, Ulrike

• Introduction.The Therapeutic Relationship. Introducing Bit(e) by Bit(e). Theoretical Background About Behaviour Change. Facilitating Change. Essentials of Motivational Interviewing. Guidelines for Motivational Interviewing. The Goal of the Therapeutic Alliance. The First Meeting. Written Feedback. Sessions 1-3. Difficulties With Change. Core Values: Goal Setting. Moving into Action. Commitment to Change. Sessions 3-8: Action. Interpersonal Difficulties. Termination of Treatment. Relapse Prevention. Case Report 1. Case Report 2. Appendix: Workbook - Motivational Enhancement Therapy.Please note: The full text of Getting Better Bit(e) by Bit(e) is included in this Guide.

"... clearly written, from a wealth of practical experience, and does indeed provide the sufferer with a 'survival kit' on the road to recovery. It can be recommended not only to sufferers, but to professionals dealing with these patients, and to family and friends who wish to become involved in the recovery process." - Anne Ward, Behaviour Research Therapy"... an excellent book, and a model for self-help manuals. The basics of bulimia nervosa and other binge eating disorders are explained in clear and simple language." - Padma de Silva, Sexual and Marital Therapy"... offers both practical and emotional support and advice, and successfully combines being challenging whilst remaining sensitive... Written in a clear, easy to read style, the book is enriched with a wide range of case reports which readers will be able to identify with." - Denise Riordan and Simon Gowers, Journal of Adolescence