What is CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)?

I've just finished a new blog post on the RelatedMinds website on CBT - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, explaining what CBT is and listing some good resources. Please visit that page for more information on CBT:

http://www.relatedminds.com/2011/08/23/764/

Self-Help Ideas for couples

I've just put a new post on my RelatedMinds website blog. Click here to find the post: CLICK HERE

This post reviews a couple of the more useful, and scientifically based, self-help programs for couples who are considering a self-help approach rather than couples counselling / therapy or marriage counselling / therapy. The suggestions are based on the work of Dr. John Gottman, one of the few scientifically - research based marriage and relationship counselling programs available.

Dr. Jim Roche
Registered Psychologist
Registered Marriage and Family Therapist
778.998-7975

Dr. Edward Hallowell on adult Attention Deficit Disorder

I often suggest Dr. Hallowell's book(s) on ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). I don't agree with everything he says, and differ somewhat in how I approach treatment, but still find Dr. Hallowell's writings to be useful, informative and more likely than not to set you down the right path.

This is a 25 min video. It will leave you with a lot of good information, and you'll have a good idea about where treatment of ADHD should be focused. Take a look, and enjoy.

For information on my services for children, adolescents and adults (families!) with ADHD check out my web page at http://www.relatedminds.com or contact me at jimroche@gmail.com or by phone at 778.998-7975

Information on my practice can also be found at: http://www.bcpsychologist.org/users/jimroche

or at http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Jim_Roche_JD,PhD,CAGS,RPsych,RMFT_Burnaby_British+Columbia_70682

What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?

I often try to explain Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) to individuals, and how "Exposure and Response Prevention." This is an old therapy technique, really from behaviour therapy in the 1970-80's. It is as effective as many medications for things like OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder). This page provides a great place to start getting to know what Cognitive Behaviour Therapy - CBT is and how it can be effective in the treatment of OCD, anxiety, depression and is an integral part of many other treatments such as couple's therapy, ADHD therapy and even the treatment of symptoms of ASD / Asperger's Disorder. Take a look. Some grew resources.

Dr. Jim Roche