An overview of the subject of anxiety and its clinical management, this work aims to provides answers to such questions as why many patients respond disappointingly to relaxation training and why the need for effective anxiety therapy has become so crucial and widespread. It aims to arm the therapist with enough theoretical and descriptive information on the variety of anxiety techniques available to be able to adopt and fine tune the most effective technique for her/his clients' needs. This book links academically sound theoretical background with practically-presented clinical applications in a single volume and includes a plan for an eight to ten session anxiety management course plus training material for patients and therapists. It is suitable for occupational therapists, nurses working an the acute psychiatric field and some social workers.