Therapy and Treatment Approaches Flashcards
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
A structured therapy focused on changing negative thought patterns.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
A therapy used for borderline personality disorder and emotional regulation.
Psychotherapy (talk therapy)
A broad term for counseling and therapy sessions.
Psychoanalysis
A method developed by Freud that explores unconscious thoughts.
Exposure therapy
A treatment for phobias and PTSD that gradually exposes individuals to feared stimuli.
Group therapy
A therapy format involving multiple participants led by a therapist.
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
A treatment for severe depression involving electrical stimulation of the brain.
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
Combining therapy with medications to treat disorders like opioid addiction.
Mindfulness-based therapy
Therapy incorporating meditation and stress-reduction techniques.
Aversion therapy
A behavioral treatment that associates unwanted behavior with unpleasant stimuli.
Biofeedback
Using electronic monitoring to gain control over bodily functions (e.g., heart rate, muscle tension).
Crisis stabilization
Short-term intervention to manage acute mental health crises.
Eclectic therapy
A combination of multiple therapy approaches tailored to the patient.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Therapy for trauma and PTSD.
Family systems therapy
Therapy that focuses on family dynamics and relationships.
Humanistic therapy
Focuses on personal growth and self-actualization (e.g., Carl Rogers’ client-centered therapy).
Interpersonal therapy (IPT)
A therapy focused on improving relationships to address mental health issues.
Motivational interviewing
A technique used in addiction treatment to encourage behavior change.
Narrative therapy
A therapy approach where clients reframe their personal stories.
Parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT)
A therapy designed for young children with behavioral issues.
Positive psychology
A field that focuses on strengths, well-being, and happiness.
Psychoeducation
Teaching patients and families about mental illness to improve understanding and management.
Systematic desensitization
Gradual exposure to fears to reduce anxiety responses.
