Post about Behavior and Cognitive Behavior theory related to one or more of these prompts:
-Aspects that I like about this theory.
-Aspects that I do not like about this theory.
-Something that I do not understand about this theory.
– Similarities and Differences
Textbook: Corey, G. (2017). Theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy (10th ed.). Belmont,
CA: Brooks/Cole. ISBN: 13-978-1-305-26372-7
Points to keep in mind (Cognitive):
Cognitive Therapy is a theory, a system of strategies, and a series of techniques
Cognitive Therapy is considered a therapy under the umbrella term of cognitive-behavioral therapies (second force in psychotherapy)
One of the most empirically validated approaches to counseling
Phenomenological approach with emphasis on thoughts
Thoughts, based on underlying assumptions and beliefs, primarily determine emotions and behaviors
Focused on the present, does not focus on the unconscious
Therapy is active, structured, short-term, goal-oriented, and problem-focused
Emphasis on assessment in therapy
Points to keep in mind (Behavior/Cognitive Behavioral):
Behavior Therapy focuses on observable behaviors
BT and CBT are theories, system of strategies, and a series of techniques
Behavior Therapy can be used alone or integrated with cognitive therapy to create cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT)
Both have goal of behavior change
Present focused, does not focus on the unconscious
Personality is shaped through learning and maturation
Therapy based on the scientific method
Is an active and directive therapy
