Approaches to Psychotherapy & What Works

These flashcards contain key vocabulary terms related to various psychotherapy approaches and their application, particularly in the context of forensic populations and rehabilitation.

Forensic Populations

Groups involved with the legal system that may require psychological treatment.

Psychotherapy

A treatment method for mental health issues involving psychological techniques.

Cognitive Therapy

A treatment focusing on changing negative thought patterns to improve mood and behavior.

Behavioural Therapy

A therapy approach that focuses on modifying harmful behaviors through conditioning.

Humanistic Therapy

A psychological perspective that emphasizes individual potential and stresses the importance of growth and self-actualization.

Family Therapy

A form of therapy that involves working with families to improve communication and relationships.

Group Therapy

A therapeutic approach where a group of individuals meet to discuss their issues and provide support.

Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

A type of therapy that combines cognitive and behavioral techniques to treat psychological problems.

Risk-Need-Responsivity (RNR)

A model that provides a framework for assessing offenders' needs and tailoring interventions appropriately.

Static Factors

Unchanging characteristics that influence the likelihood of an individual committing future offenses.

Dynamic Factors

Changeable characteristics that can be influenced through treatment to reduce recidivism.

Criminogenic Needs

Dynamic factors that are directly related to criminal behavior and must be addressed in treatment.

Recidivism

The tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend.

Evidence-Based Practices

Interventions and treatments that are supported by research and clinical evidence.

Therapeutic Alliance

The collaborative relationship between therapist and client that is crucial for effective therapy.

Client-Centered Therapy

An approach in which the therapist provides unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

A form of CBT that incorporates mindfulness and acceptance strategies.

Psychodynamic Theory

A psychological approach that focuses on unconscious processes and childhood experiences.

Motivational Interviewing

A therapeutic technique designed to enhance motivation to change by resolving ambivalence.

Catharsis

The process of releasing and thereby providing relief from strong or repressed emotions.

Mindfulness

A mental practice of focusing one's awareness on the present moment.

Rehabilitation

The process of helping individuals reintegrate into society after service of their sentences.

Procrime Attitudes

Beliefs and values that support or condone criminal behavior.

External Factors

Environmental influences that can affect an individual's behavior, such as social learning.

Self-Management Skills

Skills that enable an individual to manage their own behavior and emotions.

Antisocial Personality Pattern

A psychological condition characterized by a disregard for social norms and the rights of others.

Cognitive Distortions

Inaccurate or exaggerated thought patterns that negatively affect how a person views reality.

Goals of Family Therapy

To improve communication and relationships within the family system.

Positive Approaches

Therapeutic strategies focusing on strengths rather than deficits.

Primary Human Goods (PHGs)

Fundamental benefits all humans strive for, like life, knowledge, and relatedness.

Secondary Human Goods

Means through which individuals seek to achieve their primary human goods.

Group Psychotherapy

A form of therapy that involves multiple individuals working on personal issues in a group setting.

Goal-Oriented Behavior

Actions taken by individuals to obtain specific life aims.

Motivating Individuals

Encouraging individuals to engage in constructive behaviors that reduce harm.

Strengths-Based Model

A therapeutic approach focusing on client's strengths to promote healing.

Risk Principle

The guideline that higher-risk individuals should receive more intensive interventions.

Cognitive Reappraisal

A technique to alter emotional responses by re-evaluating the meaning of a situation.

Motivational Factors

Incentives or reasons driving individuals towards certain behaviors.

Tailored Strategies

Custom interventions designed to meet the specific needs and characteristics of individuals.

Reencounter Patterns

Recurring behaviors and thought patterns that can lead to recidivism.

Internal Resources

Intrinsic abilities, traits, and knowledge that help individuals cope and succeed.

Holistic Model

An approach that considers the entirety of an individual's experiences and influences.

Therapeutic Goals

Objectives set in therapy to guide the treatment process.

Recidivism Reduction

Strategies employed to decrease the likelihood of reoffending.

Complex Interrelationships

The intricate dynamics that exist within family systems and their impact on behavior.