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Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Theory and Practice: Talking Across the Divide by Terry B. Northcut (Professor, Director of the Doctoral Program, School of Social Work, Professor, Director of the Doctoral Program, School of Social Work, Loyola University Chicago) at Abbey's Bookshop,
Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Theory and Practice: Talking Across the Divide
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Terry B. Northcut (Professor, Director of the Doctoral Program, School of Social Work, Professor, Director of the Doctoral Program, School of Social Work, Loyola University Chicago) Shveta Kumaria (Assistant Professor, School for Social Work, Assistant Professor, School for Social Work, Smith College)

Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Theory and Practice

Talking Across the Divide

Terry B. Northcut (Professor, Director of the Doctoral Program, School of Social Work, Professor, Director of the Doctoral Program, School of Social Work, Loyola University Chicago),  Shveta Kumaria (Assistant Professor, School for Social Work, Assistant Professor, School for Social Work, Smith College)

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Oxford University Press Inc
03 March 2026
Care of the mentally ill; Cognitivism, cognitive theory; Psychotherapy
Psychodynamic theory and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) are two theoretical frameworks and methods of intervention that have consistently been found to have therapeutic value, albeit with different symptoms and presenting problems. In this detailed and comprehensive book, both theories are examined through a historical and contextual lens. This analysis is combined with contributions from interpersonal neurobiology and psychotherapy research. Northcut and Kumaria show that there is no one-size-fits-all theory, and all treatments must be tailored to the uniqueness of each client. They conclude that therapeutic work is intrapsychic, interpersonal, and must also be political in its influence on the macro (socio-political environment) to truly make a difference in clients' lives and the field of mental health. The importance of managing the therapeutic relationship in psychotherapy is highlighted with a special focus on professional awareness, attuned flexibility, responsiveness, and forms of deep listening. Building on a strong psychodynamic relational frame, the authors provide a bridge to cognitive-behavioral theory and techniques. Case illustrations throughout demonstrate the importance of understanding clients within a social justice and relational perspective that draws on established strengths of both frameworks and guided by thoughtful, thorough case formulations that can adapt to client needs, values, and symptoms. The book's last two chapters bring the praxis of psychotherapy integration to life through case composites. These help illustrate how and when to integrate theories in order to tailor treatment to each client and their context.
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Imprint:   Oxford University Press Inc
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 226mm,  Width: 150mm,  Spine: 15mm
Weight:   318g
ISBN:   9780197508398
ISBN 10:   0197508391
Pages:   232
Publication Date:  
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Primary
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Dr. Terry B. Northcut is the Lucien and Carol Welch Matusak Professor in Social Work at Loyola University Chicago, teaching in both the MSW and PhD programs. She received her MSW from the University of Tennessee and her Ph.D. from Smith College School for Social Work. Dr. Northcut has also taught at the University of Tennessee, the University of Southern California, Smith College, and Gondar University in Ethiopia. She has published extensively on teaching, religion, spirituality, integrating psychodynamic and CBT, and social work in Ethiopia. Dr. Northcut continues to practice, supervise, and consult as a licensed clinical social worker in Chicago. Dr. Shveta Kumaria is an Assistant Professor at the Smith College School for Social Work and a practicing clinician. She completed her Ph.D. in clinical social work at Loyola University Chicago and her post-doctorate at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. Shveta has an M. Phil. in Clinical Psychology from the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), India, and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Delhi University, India. Shveta's research interests lie in psychotherapy integration, therapist factors in psychotherapy, and research on couples.

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