15.6+15.7/ 15.8+15.9 Flashcards
group therapy
form of therapy or treatment during which a small group of clients with similar concerns meet together with a therapist to address their issues.
family counseling (family therapy)
a form of group therapy in which family members meet together with a counselor or therapist to resolve problems that affect the entire family.
self-help groups (support groups)
a group composed of people who have similar problems and who meet together without a therapist or counselor for the purpose of discussion, problem solving, and social and emotional support.
therapeutic alliance
the relationship between therapist and client that develops as a warm, caring, accepting relationship characterized by empathy, mutual respect, and understanding.
evidence-based treatment
also called empirically supported treatment, refers to interventions, strategies, or techniques that have been found to produce therapeutic and desired changes during controlled research studies.