Individual Therapy Clinical Reasoning with Dr. Cesaire

These flashcards cover key concepts and terms related to individual therapy and clinical reasoning as discussed in Dr. Cesaire's lecture.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A type of psychotherapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.

Cognitive Distortions

Habitual ways of thinking that are often negative and can lead to a distorted view of reality.

Cognitive Triad

A concept in cognitive therapy that refers to three forms of negative thinking: negative views about oneself, negative views about the world, and negative views about the future.

Decatastrophizing

A cognitive restructuring technique aimed at helping clients to realize the unrealistic nature of their catastrophic thoughts.

Solution-Focused Therapy

A therapeutic approach that emphasizes solutions and focuses on the present and future rather than the past.

Motivational Interviewing

A therapeutic approach that enhances a patient’s motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

A form of psychotherapy that teaches mindfulness and acceptance of emotions and thoughts rather than attempting to change them.

Emotional Reasoning

A cognitive distortion where individuals believe that their negative feelings reflect the reality of a situation.

Mind Reading

A cognitive distortion in which a person assumes they know what others are thinking, often leading to negative conclusions.

Positive Self-Talk

An emotional regulation strategy that involves using positive affirmations and constructive thoughts to counter negative beliefs.