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CBT with Children and the Use of Stories and Metaphors
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CBT expert Robert Friedberg reveals the power of storytelling to help children identify their thoughts and make sense of their world.
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Can you explain what is a metaphor and give an example of how it can be used in therapy? Thank you
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Friedberg & Wilt 2010 CT and metaphors
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What are the limitations of cognitive behavior therapy for children?
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Is there evidence proving the effectiveness of bibliotherapy for things like phobias with children? And is just reading the story enough or what kind of follow-up work is needed?
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Hello. Can you recommend online literature in the form of stories and symbolism for CBT therapy in children?
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Friedberg 2004 Storytelling with children
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Do you have a good resource for finding stories? How do you match the story to the client?
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Friedberg 2004 Storytelling with children
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Friedberg & Wilt 2010 CT and metaphors
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How can you incorporate these concepts with OCD treatment for children 10-13 yrs old?
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What is the best way to use CBT with children 10-12 yrs old who have germaphobia? They are not always able to conceptualize monitoring negative thought patterns.
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Hello,
My question is: How do you adapt exposure to 7 y.o. children who have anxiety?
Best Regards
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JAACAP Where's the beef
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JAACAP Where's the beef
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Are there any stories that are particularly helpful in supporting children (12) in identifying distortions related to fear of abduction?
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![](https://res.cloudinary.com/psychwire/image/upload/v1677644429/app%20assets/resources/notepage.png)
Friedberg 2004 Storytelling with children
![](https://res.cloudinary.com/psychwire/image/upload/v1677644429/app%20assets/resources/notepage.png)
Friedberg & Wilt 2010 CT and metaphors
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