This document explores psychodynamic theory and its application in counselling, covering the differences between psychoanalysis and psychodynamic counselling, key theoretical elements, and the process of achieving insight through unconscious-to-conscious exploration.
This is an advanced document which provides comprehensive research notes on the psychodynamic approach in psychology, covering core principles, key figures, therapeutic applications, strengths and limitations, and contemporary developments in psychodynamic theory. A level 2 counselling learner can use this document to deepen their understanding of the psychodynamic approach and its relevance to counselling practice.
This document outlines person-centred counselling theory, contrasting it with psychodynamic practice, summarising core conditions, and explaining non-directive facilitation grounded in the client’s actualising tendency.
This document explores cognitive behavioural theory, founded by Dr Aaron Beck including its focus on thought patterns, the cognitive triad, and approaches to challenging faulty thinking through CBT interventions.
This document explains how cognitive behavioural therapy works in practice including session structure, techniques used, advantages and disadvantages and effectiveness in treating various conditions.
This document explores nine key cognitive behavioural therapy techniques including cognitive restructuring, exposure therapy, journaling, and behavioral experiments, explaining how each strategy addresses specific issues and supports therapeutic progress.
This document explores comprehensive research on cognitive behavioural therapy including accessing treatment, self-help options, adaptations for specific conditions, and what to do if CBT does not work initially.
This document explores the key differences between psychodynamic person-centred, and cognitive behavioural therapies, examining their distinct approaches to insight, therapeutic focus, techniques, and treatment methods.