Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Theory
1) Which theory is most attractive to you and why?
I thought the most attractive theory was the Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). I think CBT is beneficial for our clients because it challenges some of those deep rooted beliefs and negative thought patterns that can initially hinder treatment progress. Dr. Snipes, Executive Director (ALLCEUS.COM) asserts these negative thought patterns “develop over time from early childhood.” Dr. Snipes uses the example of a child being told they are “good for nothing” over and over during their childhood years, they will most likely struggle with the concept they are not good enough in adulthood. I think CBT allows us to both recognize and challenge some of these beliefs our clients may share with us. Example, …show more content…
Cognitive behavioral Therapy (CBT)
PROS: helps client recognize they are using extreme language that is not accurate Identifies words and thought process that further hurt a client in their treatment progress
CONS: Very challenging as words and beliefs are deep rooted and difficult to bring up and point out to the client.
Client may initially feel like the counselor is pointing out their character defects and become defensive.
2. Learning and Behavioral Therapy
PROS: Client understands that drugs are used to treat diseases and relieve pain. Client thinks drugs relieve stress and anxiety. Client knows a drug makes them feel more relaxed.
CONS: Client could encounter negative consequences such as legal problems and addition with the use of drugs. Client could encounter negative side effects such as depression. Client could lack coping skills due to the drug abuse.
3. Moral Theory
PROS: Looks for the reason(s) behind the drug abuse / use. Examines the discipline level and morals of the client such as honesty. Dr. Snipes says: “Honesty is next to impossible in early recovery.” I disagree because honesty is something a client has to do, in my opinion, to become involved in their successful recovery efforts. A person has to become honest with themselves and others in order to be willing for change and a participant in motivational interviewing (that tells us the client must be motivated toward change) at some point, such as action stage, in order to move forward in
I thought the most attractive theory was the Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). I think CBT is beneficial for our clients because it challenges some of those deep rooted beliefs and negative thought patterns that can initially hinder treatment progress. Dr. Snipes, Executive Director (ALLCEUS.COM) asserts these negative thought patterns “develop over time from early childhood.” Dr. Snipes uses the example of a child being told they are “good for nothing” over and over during their childhood years, they will most likely struggle with the concept they are not good enough in adulthood. I think CBT allows us to both recognize and challenge some of these beliefs our clients may share with us. Example, …show more content…
Cognitive behavioral Therapy (CBT)
PROS: helps client recognize they are using extreme language that is not accurate Identifies words and thought process that further hurt a client in their treatment progress
CONS: Very challenging as words and beliefs are deep rooted and difficult to bring up and point out to the client.
Client may initially feel like the counselor is pointing out their character defects and become defensive.
2. Learning and Behavioral Therapy
PROS: Client understands that drugs are used to treat diseases and relieve pain. Client thinks drugs relieve stress and anxiety. Client knows a drug makes them feel more relaxed.
CONS: Client could encounter negative consequences such as legal problems and addition with the use of drugs. Client could encounter negative side effects such as depression. Client could lack coping skills due to the drug abuse.
3. Moral Theory
PROS: Looks for the reason(s) behind the drug abuse / use. Examines the discipline level and morals of the client such as honesty. Dr. Snipes says: “Honesty is next to impossible in early recovery.” I disagree because honesty is something a client has to do, in my opinion, to become involved in their successful recovery efforts. A person has to become honest with themselves and others in order to be willing for change and a participant in motivational interviewing (that tells us the client must be motivated toward change) at some point, such as action stage, in order to move forward in