Mindfulness and Acceptance for Counseling College Students: Theory and Practical Applications for Intervention, Prevention, and Outreach

298 Pages·2013·4.35 MB·English

by  Jacqueline Pistorello PhD

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“This is an exceptional resource for anyone interested in mindfulness
and college student mental health. The book offers very accessible sum-
maries of a variety of mindfulness-based treatment approaches, as well
as practical applications to clinical practice, grounded in empirical
research. I plan on sharing the book with staff at our counseling service
and finding ways to implement many aspects of it into my daily clinical
work with students. It is an important addition to the mindfulness-based
literature.”
—Gregory T. Eells, PhD, director of counseling and
psychological services at Cornell University and past
president of the Association for University and College
Counseling Center Directors (AUCCCD)
“Pistorello and her colleagues have created an incredible and timely
resource for anyone treating the fully wired and constantly connected
Generation Z college student. This easy-to-read book effortlessly guides
the reader through practical, evidence-based applications of dialectical
behavioral therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT),
mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and mindfulness-based
cognitive therapy (MBCT) designed specifically for college students
receiving treatment at college counseling centers. Judicious use of case
vignettes and transcripts brings concepts to life. Whether you are new
to mindfulness and acceptance-based therapies or they are deep in your
bones, this creative and well-written book will positively influence your
clinical practice with this high-risk population.”
—Linda A. Dimeff, PhD, author of Brief Alcohol Screening and
Intervention for College Students and DBT in Clinical Practice
“This book should quickly become a treasured resource on college cam-
puses. It is a practical and accessible presentation of best practices based
on mindfulness and acceptance. A timely and valuable contribution to
improving the mental health and wellbeing of college students!”
—Daniel Eisenberg, PhD, associate professor at the University
of Michigan School of Public Health and principal
investigator of the Healthy Minds Study, a national survey
study of college student mental health

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MINDFULNESS
& ACCEPTANCE
COUNSELING
FOR
COLLEGE STUDENTS
Theory and Practical Applications for
Intervention, Prevention & Outreach
Edited by
JACQUELINE PISTORELLO, PhD
C P
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Publisher’s Note
This publication is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the
subject matter covered. It is sold with the understanding that the publisher is not engaged in
rendering psychological, financial, legal, or other professional services. If expert assistance or
counseling is needed, the services of a competent professional should be sought.
Copyright © 2013 by Jacqueline Pistorello
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Mindfulness and acceptance for counseling college students : theory and practical
applications for intervention, prevention, and outreach / edited by Jacqueline Pistorello,
PhD.
pages cm. -- (The context press mindfulness and acceptance practica series)
Summary: “In Mindfulness and Acceptance for Counseling College Students, clinical
researcher Jacqueline Pistorello explores how mindfulness and acceptance-based
approaches such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavioral
therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), and mindfulness-based
stress reduction (MBSR) are being utilized by college counseling centers around the
world to treat student mental health problems like severe depression, substance abuse,
and eating disorders. This book offers easy-to-use applications for college counselors
and therapists, and includes a website link for downloadable worksheets for students, a
sample podcast, and interactive web-based materials”-- Provided by publisher.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN 978-1-60882-222-5 (pbk.) -- ISBN 978-1-60882-223-2 (pdf e-book) -- ISBN 978-
1-60882-224-9 (epub) 1. College students--Mental health services. 2. Psychotherapy.
I. Pistorello, Jacqueline.
RC451.4.S7M56 2013
616.89’14--dc23
2013009845