Five Factor Model
CBT Essay
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is based on the integration of 2 schools of psychology which deal with our thoughts (cognitions) and behaviours and how they in turn affect our day to day lives and relationships. As with any school of therapy, it can only ever be effective if used as an intervention at the appropriate time and delivered in the appropriate way. The relationship between Client and Therapist must be solid and based on the core conditions of Genuineness, acceptance and empathy. This being the case, the therapeutic alliance, which forms between client and therapist, is the most crucial part of forming a helping alliance. A successful Therapeutic Alliance will be based on shared goals, a clear understanding …show more content…
This allows the client to see their thoughts and reactions in a stressful situation and evaluate what was really going on for them in that slice of time. Often by helping a client focus on everything that they experience is these situations, thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, behaviours, they can see the links between how their thoughts drive everything else that happens and how their thoughts change or determine the outcome in any situation. It wasn’t until I used a five factor model with a client that I realised how powerful it is to see a client relive an experience but more so, become aware that their reactions was more than just thoughts. Having worked through a few five factor models on myself, I was able to get a much deeper sense of the value in unlocking a client’s awareness of their reactions, emotional, physical and …show more content…
My aim as a CBT therapist is to share with my clients the tools and knowledge that will allow them to become their own therapist, giving them a much more positive experience of life.
Word Count
Essay 3355
Less word count and references 20
Total word count 3335
http://www.123helpme.com/the-effectiveness-of-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-view.asp?id=223036 April 29th 2014
Scotacs Diploma in CBT and group work course notes = Centre of Therapy,
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Empty-chair_technique#The_empty_chair_technique May 1st
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is based on the integration of 2 schools of psychology which deal with our thoughts (cognitions) and behaviours and how they in turn affect our day to day lives and relationships. As with any school of therapy, it can only ever be effective if used as an intervention at the appropriate time and delivered in the appropriate way. The relationship between Client and Therapist must be solid and based on the core conditions of Genuineness, acceptance and empathy. This being the case, the therapeutic alliance, which forms between client and therapist, is the most crucial part of forming a helping alliance. A successful Therapeutic Alliance will be based on shared goals, a clear understanding …show more content…
This allows the client to see their thoughts and reactions in a stressful situation and evaluate what was really going on for them in that slice of time. Often by helping a client focus on everything that they experience is these situations, thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, behaviours, they can see the links between how their thoughts drive everything else that happens and how their thoughts change or determine the outcome in any situation. It wasn’t until I used a five factor model with a client that I realised how powerful it is to see a client relive an experience but more so, become aware that their reactions was more than just thoughts. Having worked through a few five factor models on myself, I was able to get a much deeper sense of the value in unlocking a client’s awareness of their reactions, emotional, physical and …show more content…
My aim as a CBT therapist is to share with my clients the tools and knowledge that will allow them to become their own therapist, giving them a much more positive experience of life.
Word Count
Essay 3355
Less word count and references 20
Total word count 3335
http://www.123helpme.com/the-effectiveness-of-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-view.asp?id=223036 April 29th 2014
Scotacs Diploma in CBT and group work course notes = Centre of Therapy,
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Empty-chair_technique#The_empty_chair_technique May 1st