P1Unit13Overview of Psychotherapy Approaches and Techniques

Psychotherapy

A treatment method involving psychological techniques to help a person overcome difficulties or achieve personal growth.

Sociocultural

An approach that examines how social and cultural environments influence behavior and mental processes.

Biopsychosocial

A model that considers biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health and illness.

Eclectic

An approach that combines techniques from various therapeutic approaches based on client needs.

Psychoanalysis

A therapeutic method focused on uncovering unconscious conflicts and motivations through talk therapy.

Insight Therapies

Therapies aimed at increasing a person's awareness of underlying motives and defenses.

Dream Analysis

A technique for interpreting the symbolic meaning of dreams to uncover unconscious conflicts.

Free Association

A technique where a client says whatever comes to mind to uncover unconscious thoughts.

Manifest Content

The actual content and storyline of a dream as remembered by the individual.

Latent Content

The hidden psychological meaning behind dream symbols.

Resistances

Unconscious blocks to therapy progress, often revealing anxiety-provoking material.

Transference

A situation where a client projects feelings for someone else onto the therapist.

Humanistic Therapy

A client-focused approach emphasizing personal growth and self-actualization.

Rogerian/Client-Centered Therapy

A non-directive approach that provides a supportive environment for self-discovery and personal growth.

Unconditional Positive Regard

Accepting and valuing a person without judgment, regardless of their behavior.

Empathy

Understanding and sharing the feelings of another person.

Authenticity

Genuineness and honesty in the therapeutic relationship.

Active Listening

A technique where the therapist fully concentrates, understands, and responds thoughtfully to what the client says.

Non-directive Therapy

A method where the client leads the session while the therapist provides support and reflection.

Cognitive Therapy

A treatment focusing on identifying and correcting distorted thinking patterns.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

A widely used method combining thought restructuring with behavior modification.

Rational-Emotive Therapy

A directive approach aimed at challenging and changing irrational beliefs.