1st Edition
The Couples Therapy Companion A Cognitive Behavior Workbook
Introduction. Part I: Diagnosing and Goal Setting 1. The Couple Diagnosis 2. The Couple Goal Setting Part II: Prescription Solutions. Eliminating Relationship Disturbance 3. Eliminating Couple Disturbance: An Overview 4. Premeditated Acceptance and Forgiveness: The Antidote to Hurt and Anger 5. Unconditional Self-Acceptance: The Antidote to Fear and Insecurity Building Relationship Harmony and Satisfaction 6. Relationship Resilience: The Antidote to Low Frustration Tolerance 7. Building Relationship Harmony and Happiness: An Overview 8. Relentless and Intelligent Giving 9. Commitment to the Couple 10. Frequent, Passionate Intimacy Part III: Following Through to Success 11. Win-Win Conflict Resolution 12. Purposely Sustaining Momentum 13. Epilogue
Biography
Russell Grieger, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 35 years of treating couples, an organizational consultant, and an adjunct professor at the University of Virginia.
“The Couples Therapy Companion is a nouveau riche clinical guide from the legacy of REBT and one of its prominent and most experienced practitioners. Written in an elegantly simple style, the book is truly a companion to therapists and a valuable aide to their clients who are striving for a loving and committed couple relationship.” – John D. Boyd, PhD, ABPP, ABPH, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
“This title is a down-to-earth book for couples looking for workable ways to resolve conflicts and enhance their relationship. The Couples Therapy Companion is also a suitable reference for therapists looking to understand why couples get themselves into emotional jams and how to break harmful patterns. If you put Grieger’s clearly explained principles to practice, I predict you will feel happy with the results.” – Bill Knaus, EdD, Former Director of Post-graduate Training in Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy; Author, The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Anxiety 2nd Edition, The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Depression 2nd Edition
“Dr. Grieger has created a first rate couples and maritals instructional program for courageous individuals committed to resolving relationship difficulties or relationship disturbances. It follows a detailed, step-by-step progression to identify, understand, and resolve conflict and attain a healthy, happy relationship.” – John R. Minor, PhD, Educator, REBT Supervisor, Clinical Psychologist Practitioner
