chapter 15 unit 1- origins and effectiveness of psychotherapy Flashcards
resolve problems by gaining a conscious understanding of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
insight
Focus on direct changes of thoughts and behavior without seeking insight on the origin 
action 
therapist provided strong guidance and advice to lead patient toward a resolution
Directive
therapist only support and assist client by creating conditions where the client can resolve their own psychological issues 
Nondirective
-clients act out personal conflict with others who play supporting roles
- Role, reversal and mirror techniques to better understand everyone’s feelings in a situation 
psychodrama approach to group therapy
gives advice without knowing much about a persons background 
Mass media therapist
-clients remain anonymous
-therapist may not be trained professionals
Telephone and Internet therapist