Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Therapy

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What is the primary focus of Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT)?

Changing the way people behave

Changing the way people think (correct)

Changing the way people perceive reality

Changing the way people feel

Which therapy approach focuses on helping individuals achieve their full potential and better understand things that make them happier?

Psychodynamic therapy

Mindfulness

Humanistic therapy (correct)

Cognitive-behavioural therapy

Integrative therapy always combines elements from different therapeutic traditions seamlessly.

False

What is the difference between psychodynamic theory and psychoanalytic theory?

They are not different kinds of therapy. Psychoanalysis is a specific type of treatment developed by Freud. Psychodynamic therapy is any kind of therapy that deals with people's past experiences, most notably their childhood, and how it has impacted their development. It deals with the unconscious processes. Signup and view all the answers

A therapist might use ______ strategies such as modelling and reinforcement to change behavior.

Behavioural Signup and view all the answers

Who developed the psychoanalytic theory?

Sigmund Freud Signup and view all the answers

Who proposed psychodynamic theory?

Sigmund Freud Signup and view all the answers

What are the key concepts of Jungian theory?

Carl Gustav Jung's Theory of Personality in Psychology emphasizes individual psyche, the collective unconscious, archetypes, psychological complexes, and individuation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Jungian approach?

The Jungian approach emphasizes finding the true self through art, myth, and delving into the unconscious mind to understand the influence on thoughts and behavior. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first attachment theorist?

John Bowlby Signup and view all the answers

Who developed Gestalt therapy?

Fritz Perls Signup and view all the answers

What is the foundation of Gestalt therapy?

The foundational premise of Gestalt therapy is that people are best understood as whole entities consisting of body, mind, and emotions, viewed through their own perspective. Signup and view all the answers

What does integrative therapy involve?

Integrative therapy involves techniques from multiple therapeutic orientations tailored to treat a client's unique problem. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Therapy

Psychoanalytic theory helps clients understand their emotions and unconscious patterns of behavior.
Psychoanalytic theory is a specific type of treatment developed by Sigmund Freud.
Psychodynamic therapy deals with people's past experiences, especially childhood, and how it has impacted their development.

Key Figures

Sigmund Freud: founder of psychoanalysis and developer of groundbreaking theories about the human mind.
Carl Jung: founder of analytical psychology, emphasizing the importance of individual psyche and personal quest for wholeness.

Jungian Theory

Emphasizes the collective unconscious, archetypes, psychological complexes, and the process of individuation.
Focuses on finding the true self using art, myth, and other tools to access feelings, thoughts, and beliefs.

Attachment Theory

Focuses on relationships and bonds between people, including parent-child and romantic relationships.
Suggests that people are born with a need to forge bonds with caregivers as children, influencing attachments throughout life.
Developed by John Bowlby, who described attachment as a "lasting psychological connectedness between human beings."

Humanistic and Existential Therapies

Share a belief in people's capacity for self-awareness and choice.
Humanistic perspective views human nature as basically good, with an inherent potential for growth and self-actualization.
Existential approach focuses on finding philosophical meaning in the face of anxiety, choosing to think and act authentically and responsibly.
Developed by Viktor Frankl, Carl Rogers, and Abraham Maslow.

Person-Centred Therapy

Developed by Carl Rogers in the early 1940s.
Emphasizes reflective listening, empathy, and acceptance in therapy.
Focuses on helping clients free themselves from disabling assumptions and attitudes to live fuller lives.

Gestalt Therapy

Developed by Fritz Perls and Laura Perls in the 1940s and 1950s.
Focuses on the present moment, helping clients understand what is happening in their lives and how it makes them feel.
Views people as whole entities consisting of body, mind, and emotions.

Behavioural Therapies

Includes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
Based on the idea that all behaviors are learned and can be changed.

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

Developed by Steve de Shazer and Insoo Kim Berg in the late 1970s.
Focuses on solutions, rather than problems, and helps clients change by constructing solutions.
Incorporates positive psychology principles and practices.

Narrative Therapy

Developed by Michael White and David Epston in the 1980s.
Views problems as separate from people and assumes people have skills, abilities, values, and competencies to change their relationship with problems.
Focuses on the broader context of people's lives, including diversity dimensions.

Integration of Approaches

Integrative therapy employs psychodynamic, cognitive, and behavioral techniques.
Tailors therapy to the individual, using elements from different approaches to treat unique problems.
Includes cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and humanistic therapy.

Types of Integrative Therapy

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors.
Psychodynamic therapy: incorporates psychoanalytic techniques to help people understand unconscious forces and motivations.
Humanistic therapy: focuses on helping people achieve their full potential and better understand themselves.

Benefits of Integrative Therapy

Individualized: adapted to the individual's situation and needs.
Flexible: can be modified over time and based on events, changes, or experiences.
Adaptable: can be used in various formats, including individual and group therapy.
Holistic: considers different aspects of the person, including mind, body, relationships, and spirituality.### Getting Started with Integrative Therapy
Finding a qualified mental health professional is the first step in getting started with integrative therapy.
Many therapists take an integrative approach to treatment, making it a viable option for those seeking help.
Asking your primary care physician for recommendations and referrals can be a good starting point in your search.
Local directories and online therapist directories can also be utilized to find a potential therapist.
It's essential to check the qualifications and educational background of a potential therapist to understand their approach to treatment.
Asking questions about their practice, particularly if they offer integrative therapy, can help you make an informed decision.
Online therapy is another option to consider, with a 2018 study showing that web-based integrative mindfulness interventions can be effective in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, and enhancing the quality of life.

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This quiz explores the concepts of psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy, including their differences and applications in counselling. Learn how these approaches help clients understand their emotions and unconscious patterns of behaviour.