Publisher's Synopsis
This volume was written for several purposes: to describe the theory, technology, and clinical application of virtual therapy; to report research findings that establish virtual therapy as an effective form of treatment; to stimulate interest in research applications for virtual therapy; to encourage collaboration among behavioural health professionals and other disciplines to promote innovative approaches to therapeutic interventions; and to cultivate interest in transferring clinical mental-health technology to the community. It is intended for clinical practitioners in health maintenance organizations, private practice, behavioural health care, and university settings who are interested in short-term, cost-effective interventions.