Value-oriented Behavioral Activation with Depressive Disorders

Value-oriented Behavioral Activation with Depressive Disorders

Therapy manual

• the path out of depression
• modular design suitable for individual and group settings
• includes worksheets for patients


Behavioral activation, as a classical technique in behavioral therapy, is included in this manual within the context of value orientation and acceptance. Behavioral activation works all the more successfully if the activities can be derived from the values of the patient. Along with elements from acceptance and commitment therapy, metacognitions, problem-solving techniques and social skills are also included.


Target group
Psychological and medical psychotherapists, psychiatrists