TT Week 3 Flashcards
What is the Dodo Bird Verdict?
The Dodo Bird Verdict refers to the hypothesis that all psychotherapies produce similar outcomes, with only small and non-significant differences in their effectiveness.
A body of research that identifies the elements common across different therapeutic modalities that contribute to client change and successful outcomes.
common factors
Why is the therapist’s perspective crucial in understanding psychotherapy?
The therapist’s perspective shapes their understanding of the client’s needs and the therapy process, influencing how they apply techniques and models in practice.
The collaborative relationship between therapist and client, which includes a bond of mutual respect, agreement on therapy goals, and a shared understanding of tasks to achieve those goals.
therapeutic alliance
What is the primary factor that accounts for the variance in therapy outcomes?
client’s active participation and their inherent resources
The therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying and mobilizing a client’s strengths and resources to facilitate change, rather than only focusing on problems.
Resource activation
According to the text, what has been claimed about the number of models and empirically supported treatments in psychotherapy?
There is no substantial improvement in effectiveness over decades
What is a critical attitude that therapists should adopt concerning client narratives?
Believe in their clients’ stories and contributions to treatment
What is one of the main criticisms aimed at state and regulatory mandates regarding therapy?
they often underestimate therapist expertise
What is the significance of common factors in therapy?
Common factors is a way of thinking about how therapy leads to change; it is not a theory but a paradigm that explores what makes therapy effective and healing.
How does early development relate to mental illness according to common factors?
Most mental illnesses can be traced back to early development, leading individuals to adopt coping strategies that may not be effective later in life.
How should therapists approach theories in the context of therapy?
Therapists should adopt a flexible approach to theories, akin to following a recipe, allowing for variations that suit individual client needs while avoiding rigidity that may lead to insecurity and defensiveness.
