field of social work practice is built upon theories, models, and perspectives that are utilized when intervening with clients. Together and separately, each work towards understanding the client paradigm so that the social worker is able to effectively intervene and assist the client in achieving their goals. In review of Elizabeth’s assessment, the models of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychotherapy will be reviewed in detail to determine which is best to be applied to her presenting clinical symptoms. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely utilized intervention within the field of social work practice. According to Hepworth (2011), it is considered to be the cornerstone of cognitive behavioral approaches (p.408-09). CBT focuses on the premise that thoughts trigger an emotional response, which in turn triggers a behavior. It states that all behaviors are internally derived from our thoughts instead of being externally triggered. CBT is short term in duration and can provide rapid emotional progress since it is solution focused, often using concrete homework assignments to be able to assist clients in refocusing their current paradigm into something more constructive and positive in nature. Within CBT, the success (or failure) of client work is based upon accurate assessment and clear goal setting. It is the social worker’s role to hold the client accountable, encourage, listen and educate the client on the impact of their behaviors. In contrast
what their clients want out of life and then help their clients achieve those goals. Therefore, the
The Cognitive Behavior therapy goals for the client will address her negative thinking patterns and core beliefs, and coping skills. The client will become aware how the these patterns contribute to her depression. The first step is to psychoeducation the client about the depression. The client will identity her maldaptive thoughts and beliefs. The client will become aware of her thinking patterns and how to challenge those thoughts. The client will track her ABCs and discuss in session. The client will have to track many moods, abc and changes. The client will become aware of her triggers by keeping track of what her ABC's. The client will report her mood and activity every week during session. The client will changeling her core beliefs
The counselling theory I select is cognitive behavior therapy (CBT). This mode of treatment works by changing one’s opinions and perceptions of things that affect them. It mainly works by helping the patients break down their big problem into smaller bits that are easier for them to deal with. I prefer this therapy because it explores the connection between one’s thoughts and their actions. According to Beck (2011), the basic principle of cognitive behavior therapy is that people learn all the unhelpful and unhealthy emotional and behavior traits they possess. As a result, the therapy can help patients learn new beneficial traits to replace the unhelpful ones by changing the way they think (Corey, 2013). It is an effective treatment therapy for several mental illnesses like anxiety, depression, panic, phobias, bipolar disorder, stress and post-traumatic stress disorder.
I would try to use the Cognitive Behavioral Approach, especially focus on using the Rational Emotional Behavioral Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive Therapy (CT) to help the client. I would briefly describe the background of the case, which include the counseling setting and the social nature. I would talk about the assessment of the case, including the problem of the client and the need of the changing part of the client. Then, I would focus on the goal setting of the counselling process and the invention plan. Finally, I would talk about the insight on the professional counselling practice and the
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a short-term, problem-centered therapy that is used to address psychopathology within the individual (Beck, 1995). This model of therapy is used to address issues of depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relational problems, and drug abuse, and can be utilized when working with individuals, as well as within group and family modalities. The core aspects of this therapy include collaboration and participation by the client, a strong alliance between therapist and client, and an initial focus on current problems and functioning (Beck, 1995). The theory of CBT emphasizes the relationship between the individual’s thoughts feelings and behaviors, which is seen as being the underlying cause of
As social workers, it is our responsibility to use the most effective method of practice to engage our clients, assess their situation, and help them create goals that will produce positive outcomes. Every client will present a unique set of challenges; therefore, the social worker must be careful in choosing an approach that will meet the client’s needs, compliment the skills of the therapist and are in line with the agency’s mission. According to Robert and Watkins (2009), psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction between a trained therapist and a client that is
I conduct a randomized controlled trial (RCT) research to examine the effectiveness of a culturally modified cognitive behavior therapy (CM-CBT) intervention to decrease depressive symptoms and to improve psychosocial functioning and behavior in East Asian American immigrant children who are living in central Ohio.
Therefore, clients that are not passive and have an interest in learning how to change their behavior and cognitions are applicable to receiving CBT as an intervention (Cobb, 2008). Even further, CBT can be done individually or in a group setting as long as all participants are willing to be involved in the treatment. In the book previously stated, “Theoretical Perspectives for Direct Social Work Practice: A Generalist-Eclectic Approach,” there is a table that references common client problems who received CBT. The common issues were: Anxiety Disorder, Medical Conditions, Mood Disorders, and Substance Abuse. There are a few strengths and limitations for CBT.
Many people in the world today suffer from mental illnesses, including anxiety and depression. These two mental illnesses are considered to be the most common throughout the United States. In fact, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association (2015), approximately 40 million people suffer from anxiety, and 15 million people suffer from depression. These statistics are significant and overwhelming. Unfortunately, some people who suffer from these mental illnesses are not able to get the support they need because they do not have the appropriate resources. Furthermore, both therapy and medication do cost a price and not everyone is able to afford it. Treatment, such as therapy, is extremely important for people who suffer from
While behavioural approaches to the management of obesity are often successful in achieving clinically significant weight loss, the weight lost is generally regained. The great majority of patients return to their pre-treatment weight within 3 years. There have been attempts to improve the long-term effectiveness of behavioural treatment but the results have been disappointing. In this paper we suggest that, among other factors, this is because of the neglect of the contribution of cognitive factors to weight regain, and because there is often ambiguity over the goals of treatment. We present a cognitive behavioural analysis of the processes involved in weight regain, and we describe a new cognitive behavioural treatment derived from it. This treatment is designed to minimise the problem of weight regain by addressing psychological obstacles to the acquisition of, and long-term adherence to, effective weight-control behaviour.
Cognitive behavioral therapy differs in several respects from more traditional forms of therapy. It focuses on two specific elements: cognitive restructuring and behavioral activation. The client and therapist work together in cognitive restructuring with the goal to restructure thinking patterns. In behavioral activation, the client overcomes barriers to participating in activities. The main focus is on the present and on specific problems. cognitive behavioral therapy is a goal oriented and educational therapy, because goals for both the short and longer term are identified and it teaches the client to modify mood en behavior. The client has therefore an active role in learning e.g. coping skills. Multiple strategies are used in cognitive behavioral therapy, like imagenary, role
Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, has been slowly rising as the empirically based choice for community mental health centers and insurance companies. The idea behind cognitive behavioral therapy lies within thoughts, behaviors, and emotions or feelings and how they interact with one another and the individual in their life (Beck, 2011 & Beck Institute, 2015). Practicing clinicians draw attention to the client’s dysfunctional thinking patterns and are focused on the present instead of the past or future. Cognitive behavioral therapy tends to be problem or solution focused and structured to where the client can be helped within a short time frame. Clients learn skills and techniques to help them in their everyday lives during counseling.
It is important when working with clients that consideration is given to the methods and approaches used with regards to specific client’s needs and personality as well as consideration regarding presenting issues. Here a case study of Jane is used to argue /evaluate and assess how both a psychodynamic counselor and cognitive behavioral therapist (CBT) would view the case study of Jane from their perspectives. Consideration will be given from both a psychodynamic approach and CBT approach of how a therapist might work with Jane. The main similarities and differences of both the psychodynamic and CBT approaches will be analyzed. This will lead into an evaluation of which is the most appropriate approach in working with Jane by
The therapist will use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support Athena in defining significant concepts about herself in combination with her automatic thinking patterns. Significantly, supporting Athena in defining her core beliefs, overly generalized and absolute thoughts that contribute to negative cognitions. Athena’s core beliefs are important because they reflect Athena’s worldview, how she interrupts life experiences, her sense of self, and how she views her future. The Therapist will distinguish patterns in Athena’s core beliefs and build hypotheses from Athena’s automatic thoughts. The ultimate goal is to assist Athena in being aware of the concept that core beliefs are possibly ideas instead of the truth; therapist will support Athena in evaluating and if needed, changing her core beliefs (Henderson & Thompson, 2010) .