Chapter 15 Flashcards
(37 cards)
How long has psychotherapy been around?
1880 AD
Biggest Roadblock
only 1/3 of people seek treatment
Psychologist…
provide psychotherapy may have degrees in clinical psychology
Psychiatrist
are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders.
Clinical Social workers
generally have a master’s degree,a wide range of resources in social services.
Psychiatric Nurses
may hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree and ofter play a large role in hospitals.
Councilors
Work usually in schools, and colleges, and outpatient offices.
Insight therapies
engaging in verbal interaction to enhance, client self-knowledge promoting healthful changes.
The original insight therapy was…
PSYCHOANALYTIC which was made over 100 years ago by SIGMUND FREUD
The root of mental disorders is
NEUROSIS which develops from UNCONCIOUS CONFLICTS
In psychoanalysis, the analyst seeks to recover…
unconscious conflicts, motives, and defenses.
Free association
clients spontaneously express their thoughts and feelings exactly as they occur with as little censorship as possible.
Dream analysis
Clients memorize their dreams and the therapist then analyzes any symbolism
Resistance
largely unconscious defensive maneuvers intended to hinder the progress of therapy.
Transference
This occurs when clients relate to their therapist in a way that mimics critical relationships. Thus, a client might start relating to a therapist.
Carl Roger developed his theory called.
a therapy called, client-centered, which is an insight therapy that asks.
Humanistic Treatment Techniques
Genuineness, Unconditional positive regard, Empathy
Genuineness
The therapist is completely honest and spontaneous with the client
Unconditional positive Regard
non-judgemental acceptance of the client
Empathy
Understanding the clients POV
Group Therapy
Simultaneous treatment of several clients in a group, assist each other in their treatment
Therapist role
Screening, facilitating meetings and topics, preventing harmful interactions, promoting group cohesiveness, group participants act as therapist
Group Therapy Strengths
Cost less, participants know their not alone, work on social skills
The most important aspect of group therapy
members provide acceptance and emotional support for one another
