Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Based on the theory that most emotional and behavioral reactions are learned and that new ways of reacting and behaving can be learned.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapies share a collaborative history that parallels both cognitive and behavioral theoretical movements in modern clinical psychology. In part, CBT emerged as a response to psychodynamic therapies that focused on unconscious drives rather than cognitive decision-making or behavioral conditioning. Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxxx (B.F.) Xxxxxxx’x classical and operant conditioning viewed human behavior as motivated by past experiences. For instance, through his operant conditioning experiments, he theorized that avoidance-behaviors follow unpleasant encounters. Though Xxxxxxx’x initial use of conditioning theory offers potentially conflicting meanings for childhood trauma experiences (i.e., “a punished person remains ‘inclined’ to behavior in a punishable way, but he avoids punishment by doing something else instead, possibly nothing more than stubbornly doing nothing”), it is useful in conceptualizing the pattern of responses that follow trauma.159 Where behavioral therapy most contributes to the current work is in its conceptualization of motivational schema. Motivational schema points to primal inclination humans have to avoid negative experiences. With regard to trauma, that would mean that survivors likely avoid situations or circumstances that could trigger re-experiencing traumatic events or increased anxiety. From a different but complimentary perspective, Xxxxx Xxxx’x Cognitive Theory asserts that the situations and events that one encounters become aggrandized based on the meaning and interpretation placed on them.160 Xxxx’x work laid the foundation for a 159 Xxxxxxx X. Xxxxxxx, About Behaviorism (Xxxxx Doubleday Publishing Group, 2011). 304. 160 Xxxxx X. Xxxx, Cognitive Therapy of Depression, The Guilford Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy Series (New York: Guilford Press, 1979). cognitive behavioral approach to therapy. Xxxxxx Xxxxx, founder of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), previously labeled Rational Emotive Therapy (RET), added a philosophy orientation to cognitive theory. REBT connected irrational beliefs to unrealistic or absolutistic expressions. Xxxxx’ ABC Model traces symptoms by identifying the (A) activating events (B) irrational belief systems about the event and (C) emotional consequences.161 Xxxxx developed his theory in response to his clinical work with sexuality and marital counseling. He found that counselee’s irrational beliefs about sexuality created sexual problems in their relationship. His theory on ir...
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. (CBT)--CBT is a short-term, present-oriented psychotherapy treatment that takes a practical approach to problem-solving. The goal of CBT is to teach clients skills to modify dysfunctional thinking and behavior. Many EBPs are based on CBT, particularly those designed for corrections, such as MRT. We will utilize our contracted clinician to provide brief CBT for clients in need who do not have the immediate resources or ability to get into a community service. This will be combined with case management services by the probation officer to help secure a longer-term solution.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy that treats problems and boosts happiness by modifying dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts. Unlike traditional Freudian psychoanalysis, which probes childhood wounds to get at the root causes of conflict, CBT focuses on solutions, encouraging patients to challenge distorted cognitions and change destructive patterns of behavior. CBT can be a helpful tool in treating mental health disorders, such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or an eating disorder. But not everyone who benefits from CBT has a mental health condition. It can be an effective tool to help you learn how to better manage stressful life situations. Cognitive behavioral therapy is used to treat a wide range of issues. It's often the preferred type of psychotherapy because it can quickly help you identify and cope with specific challenges. Honest Counseling Solutions, LLC 832.930.8360 • xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx • 00000 Xxxx Xxx Xxxxx, Xxxxx 000 • Houston, Texas 77084 pg. 1 Solution Focused Therapy Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) concentrates on finding solutions in the present time and exploring your hope for the future to find quicker resolution of your problems. This method takes the approach that you know what you need to do to improve your own life and, with the appropriate coaching and questioning, you are capable of finding the best solutions. SFBT can stand alone as a therapeutic intervention, or it can be used along with other therapy styles and treatments. It is used to treat people of all ages and a variety of issues, family dysfunction, domestic or child abuse, addiction, and relationship problems. Though not a cure for psychiatric disorders such as depression or schizophrenia, SFBT may help improve quality of life for those who suffer from these conditions. Outcome Expectations/Risk & Benefits While clients report positive outcomes, please note that it is not possible to guarantee any specific results, and neither Xxxxxxx nor you know how you will personally respond to psychotherapy. However, I will work with you to achieve the best possible results for you. Participation in therapy can result in a number of benefits to you, including improving interpersonal relationships and resolution of the specific concerns that led you to seek therapy. Please note that working toward these benefits requires effort on your part. Psychotherapy requires your active involvement, honesty and o...
