Adlerian Theory And The Cognitive Behavioral Theory
Theoretical Framework and Application 2
Samantha Erb
COUN5239
Theories of Psychotherapy
December 14, 2014
Dr. Damaris Conrad
Abstract
Within this paper there will be a description of the Cognitive Behavioral Theory, the theories basic philosophies, how the theory aligns with my own values and philosophy, evidence supporting this theory, appropriateness for diverse populations. Along with providing information on the Cognitive Behavioral Theory, this theory will be applied to the case of Margarita which will include: goals for Margarita, interventions and techniques, cultural considerations, and strengths and limitations of using this theory. This paper will also include similarities and differences between the Adlerian Theory and the Cognitive Behavioral Theory.
Theories Origin Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of “talk”; clients are able to talk to the counselor about themselves, problems, society, other people, etc. Within a counseling session, the clients are allowed to disclose information about how different things may affect them, how their problems/issues affect/affected their way of thinking, their emotions, perspectives, and the way they behave within and out of society. CBT also allows the client to reflect, realize, …show more content…
If we believe something about a situation or a person then it is going to affect our behavior. For example, I grew up within a city that had a high crime rate which made me believe that most cities were like this. This made me have a guarded behavior and always rely on myself. Another aspect that aligns with my own values would be that our cognitions can be made aware, monitored, and altered (Corey, 2013). From the previous example, since moving to the south my cognitions have changed about cities and people, thus my behavior changing and allowing myself to open up
Samantha Erb
COUN5239
Theories of Psychotherapy
December 14, 2014
Dr. Damaris Conrad
Abstract
Within this paper there will be a description of the Cognitive Behavioral Theory, the theories basic philosophies, how the theory aligns with my own values and philosophy, evidence supporting this theory, appropriateness for diverse populations. Along with providing information on the Cognitive Behavioral Theory, this theory will be applied to the case of Margarita which will include: goals for Margarita, interventions and techniques, cultural considerations, and strengths and limitations of using this theory. This paper will also include similarities and differences between the Adlerian Theory and the Cognitive Behavioral Theory.
Theories Origin Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of “talk”; clients are able to talk to the counselor about themselves, problems, society, other people, etc. Within a counseling session, the clients are allowed to disclose information about how different things may affect them, how their problems/issues affect/affected their way of thinking, their emotions, perspectives, and the way they behave within and out of society. CBT also allows the client to reflect, realize, …show more content…
If we believe something about a situation or a person then it is going to affect our behavior. For example, I grew up within a city that had a high crime rate which made me believe that most cities were like this. This made me have a guarded behavior and always rely on myself. Another aspect that aligns with my own values would be that our cognitions can be made aware, monitored, and altered (Corey, 2013). From the previous example, since moving to the south my cognitions have changed about cities and people, thus my behavior changing and allowing myself to open up