Positive Affect Treatment for Depression and Anxiety Workbook

Positive Affect Treatment for Depression and Anxiety: Workbook is intended to be used by clients with clinical presentation of depression, anxiety or a loss of interest in activities. Results show that Positive Affect Treatment not only improves positive mood state but also decreases depression and anxiety. The treatment works by increasing reward sensitivity and encouraging positive emotions, rather than focusing only on reducing negative emotions. Self-assessment quizzes, homework exercises, and interactive forms allow clients to become active participants in their own treatment, whilst also monitoring progress and keeping a record of symptoms. This workbook will be an indispensable resource for individuals who wish to effectively and efficiently regain interest and enjoyment in their usual activities while improving their quality of life.

Alicia E. Meuret, Ph.D., is a Professor of Psychology and Director of the Anxiety and Depression Research Center (ARC) at SMU. Her research program focuses on novel treatment approaches for anxiety and mood disorders, for which she has received extensive funding and scientific honors.


Halina Dour, PhD, is the owner of The Center for Genuine Growth, a multi-state practice. She has expertise in numerous evidence-based treatments and served as consultant on multiple treatment development projects, earning multiple awards.

Amanda G. Loerinc Guinyard, Ph.D. is the Founder and Director of the CBT Center of Boston and is a licensed clinical psychologist in Massachusetts, California, and Connecticut. In her practice, she provides CBT and adherent DBT to adults and adolescents in the Greater Boston Area and via telehealth
to individuals in California and Connecticut.

Michelle G. Craske, Ph.D. is Professor of Psychology at UCLA. She has researched and published extensively in the area of fear, anxiety and depression and has been the recipient of multiple research grants and received multiple awards of distinction.