Thoughts and Feelings for Teens
A Workbook to Help You Balance Emotions and Take Charge of Your Mental Health
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An engaging and comprehensive workbook for radically transforming your life--just for teens!
Being a teen is an exciting time, full of promise and possibilities. But for teens growing up in today's world, it can also feel fraught with new and terrifying obstacles. From school and social media drama to relationships and peer pressure, it's easy to feel stressed out, overwhelmed, anxious, and even depressed. So, how can you deal with all these challenges, stay grounded, and reach your goals?
Thoughts and Feelings for Teens offers essential skills from cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to help empower you to take control of your thoughts, feelings, emotions--and your life. This essential guide will show you, step by step, how to improve your mood, reduce your anxiety, and manage your emotions effectively. You'll also learn that while you can't necessarily change a situation, you can change how you react and respond. The ability to change your perception is an immensely powerful tool--and it's one you already possess.
If you're ready to start balancing your emotions and feeling better now, pick up this guide to regaining mastery over your moods. By challenging self-sabotaging thinking patterns, staying cool under stress, and living life according to what matters most to you--you can reach your highest aspirations.
About this Author
Elisa Nebolsine, LCSW, practices cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) in her Alexandria, VA, private practice. She is adjunct faculty at the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and an award-winning clinician in the Washington, DC, area. Elisa is author of The Grit Workbookfor Kids and Your Amazing Teen Brain.
Foreword writer Matthew McKay, PhD, is a professor at the Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA. He has authored and coauthored numerous books, including Thoughts and Feelings, The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook, and Self-Esteem. He specializes in the cognitive behavioral treatment of anxiety and depression.
Reviews
"Elisa Nebolsine's Thoughts and Feelings for Teens is an excellent manual that demonstrates the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and provides valuable materials for adolescents. This workbook effectively teaches adolescents how to implement evidence-based strategies to deal with difficult emotions, manage anxiety, and build resilience and emotional strength. Elisa has done a great job of explaining the concepts in a straightforward, nonthreatening manner, allowing readers to recognize their thoughts and feelings and learn how to deal with them effectively. This book should be read by every teen, their parents, and the people who work with them."
--Judith Beck, clinical professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania; and president of the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy, a nonprofit that does virtual national and international training
"Elisa Nebolsine writes with the expertise of a seasoned therapist, yet comes across like a trusted, older friend who truly 'gets' the teen experience. Adolescents struggling with challenging thoughts, intense emotions, and everyday stressors will find the guidance and tools in this workbook both accessible and empowering. I highly recommend it!"
--Marci Fox, PhD, licensed psychologist, and coauthor of The Comprehensive Clinician's Guide to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
"This workbook offers teens numerous evidence-based strategies and exercises that empower them to improve their mood and well-being by managing thoughts and emotions, and finding the courage to take action. I found the exercises inspiring teens to create their own timeline of awesomeness and to 'unlock' their self-compassion particularly compelling."
--Mary Alvord, PhD, psychologist; founder of Alvord, Baker & Associates and Resilience Across Borders; and coauthor of The Action Mindset Workbook for Teens, Conquer Negative Thinking for Teens, and Resilience Builder Program
"Elisa Nebolsine's Thoughts and Feelings for Teens is an outstanding resource that empowers young readers to take charge of their mental health with clarity and compassion. Drawing from evidence-based practices, this workbook introduces teens to practical tools for managing emotions, reducing anxiety, and building resilience. Elisa's approachable style makes complex concepts accessible, fostering growth and confidence in her readers. This workbook is an invaluable guide for teens, and a trusted resource for clinicians and educators supporting them."
--Melissa D. Grady, PhD, professor of social work at Catholic University, and author of Moving Beyond Assessment
"Thoughts and Feelings for Teens is an exceptional workbook that offers adolescents practical and evidence-based strategies to navigate the complexities of today's world. Elisa Nebolsine blends techniques from CBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to empower teens to take charge of their mental health. It's an invaluable resource for any teen looking to build resilience and achieve their goals."
--Amy Wenzel, PhD, founder and director of the Main Line Center for Evidence-Based Psychotherapy
"Elisa Nebolsine's Thoughts and Feelings for Teens is a game changer for young people navigating life's emotional challenges. Packed with proven CBT tools, this engaging and compassionate workbook empowers teens to build resilience, manage emotions, and thrive. It is a necessary tool for anyone supporting the mental health of today's youth."
--Beth Salcedo, MD, past president of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), medical director of The Ross Center, and distinguished fellow of the American Psychological Association (APA)
"This workbook is so wonderful! In it, teens who are struggling with big emotions will find clear and direct instructions to help them understand why they are having those big feelings, and how to navigate them. In each chapter, Elisa Nebolsine provides strategies to support a specific skill with examples, explanations, and thoughtfully constructed worksheets. I love everything about this book."
--Sarah Wayland, PhD, founder of Guiding Exceptional Parents, cofounder of The Behavior Revolution, and coauthor of Is This Autism?
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