Modern Approaches to Mental Health Care : Principles and Practices

deinstitutionalization

the process of reducing the number of patients in psychiatric hospitals

evidence based interventions

therapeutic approaches and treatments that are supported by scientific research and empirical evidence

therapeutic alliance

the collaborative and trusting relationship between a therapist and a client

cultural humility

involves on going process of self reflection and learning about clients’ cultural backgrounds

nonmaleficence

the ethical of “do no harm” ensuring that therapists avoid actions or interventions

fidelity

the ethical practice of maintaining trust, honesty, and commitment in the therapeutic relationship

integrity

the ethical principle of being honest, transparent, and consistent in their professional actions

respect for people’s rights and dignity

recognizing and honoring the inherent worth of all individuals, ensuring privacy, confidentiality, and self determination

psychodynamic therapies

focus on uncovering unconscious conflicts and past experiences

free association

the patient speaking freely about thoughts, feelings, and memories as they come to mind

dream interpretation

analyzing the content of dreams to uncover unconscious thoughts and feelings

person centered therapy

focuses on providing a supportive environment where clients can achieve self discovery and personal growth

active listening

involves the therapist fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and remembering

unconditional positive regard

an attitude of complete acceptance and support that a therapist offers to a client

group therapy

therapy conduced with multiple participants led by one or more therapists

individual therapy

therapy conducted one on one between a therapist and a single client