should acknowledge their partners habits, which can be irritating to them. I would recommend the partner recite what his or her partner says and acknowledge their partners opinion. During the sessions, I would also provide feedback. The Solution-focused therapy (SFT) focuses on the client’s strengths and areas of development but adding feedback can also assist the client. According to Murray (2004), “In SFT, the therapist provides the client with a form of feedback toward the end of the session…
realized that I could not see myself using only one form throughout my career. Theoretical integration is the process of combining two or more therapies to provide better outcomes than just one form of psychotherapy alone (Wedding & Corsini, 2013). This helps look out for clients’ best interests. I am really drawn to many tenants of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Positive Psychotherapy (PPT). Kuyken et al., explains that the “goal of psychotherapy is to alleviate distress and build…
Although mental illnesses were diagnosed as early as the 5th century by Hippocrates, there is no single solution or cure for mental illness (“History of Mental Health Treatment”). Multiple national programs have been established by the government and non-profit organizations to aid those affected with access to treatment and support. One of the oldest programs in the United States, Mental Health America, was founded in 1909. The primary program Mental Health America offers is online Mental…
that I learned about in the course include: imaginal flooding, in-vivo therapies, dialectical persuasion, paradoxical tasks, and systematic desensitization. I chose the imaginal flooding technique because I would like to learn more about how this technique is executed and how effective it is. A counseling situation that this technique might be effective in is assisting someone suffering from depression. The use of in-vivo therapies stood out to me because I find amazing how a person is able to…
martial separation which was tough for him to conform to. Having both remarried, Morgan’s parents now live with their significant other and have started families of their own. Morgan now resides with his father and stepmother while still keeping in brief contact with his biological mother. However, regular contact with…
knowledge that evaluations and therapy are readily available…
the dynamics of groups to include the composition of the group. There are several theoretical models appropriate for individuals with substance use disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder, the agency employs the use of cognitive behavioral therapy interventions. One particular group within the program is Straight Ahead a structured curriculum psychoeducational group. Group Set-up Agency of…
public health concern which needs to be controlled. To be able to understand the role of health campaigns in South Africa and their efficacy, an understanding of what South Africa is facing is essential. The purpose of this paper is to provide a brief overview of the current HIV/AIDS situation in South Africa, explain the role of global recognition and awareness, and the impact and efficacy of a public and educational health campaign that are both supported by international organizations and…
Deployment related PTSD and CBT This paper will explain, discuss and support Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and the treatment of modality Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to alleviate symptoms of PTSD. The researchers chosen for this paper, demonstrate that the use of CBT has been beneficial to those who are experiencing cognitive deficits due to deployment related PTSD. The scope of this study is to comprise scholarly research articles that demonstrate the successful outcomes for veteran…
The unit leader was using the huddle in another unit and saw that it was really helping those staff member and implemented in this critical care unit. Multiply staff member realized the effectiveness of the brief staffing huddle. They especially liked the way it enabled them to work together more cohesively in the decentralized unit. The positive feedback from the staff drove the team to make the huddle a more permeant event (Kylor, 2016). As they became permeant…