Table of contents : Contents Preface Chapter 1 Why self- help? Chapter 2 Do you need help? Chapter 3 What is single- session therapy (SST)? Chapter 4 Use the single- session self- help mindset Chapter 5 Prepare yourself for change Chapter 6 Engage in the ‘reflect– digest– act– wait– decide’ process Chapter 7 Develop a problem focus Chapter 8 Understand and formulate emotional problems based on people’s responses to adversity Chapter 9 Understand and formulate problems based on avoidance Chapter 10 Set goals Chapter 11 Address your problem by searching for a solution Chapter 12 Develop and implement an action plan related to your chosen solution Chapter 13 Identify and deal with obstacles to change Chapter 14 Maintain your gains and generalise your learning Index