Types of therapy
What s the psychological treatment based on Freudian/Neo-Freudian personality theories in which the therapist helps the patient explore the unconscious dynamics of personality?
Psychoanalysis
What is a good website to look at when trying to find a therapist that meets certain criteria?
Psychology Today
What type of therapy is designed to improve our mental health by altering physiological functioning?
biomedical therapies
What are the different medications used to treat psychological disorders?
Psychostimulants, antidepressant, mood stabilizers, anti anxiety drugs, and antipsychotics
What is the type of psychotherapy that is based on the assumption that our thoughts, behaviors, and emotions are interrelated?
Cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT)
What are good questions to ask when looking at for a therapist?
What is their experience as a therapist?
What insurance do they take?
Do they do online or in person sessions?
Where are they located?
What is an approach in treatment in which the client has helped o grow and develop as a therapist provides a comfortable nonjudgmental environment?
person-centered therapy
What type of group shares a problem then provides help, comfort, and guidance but is led by a professional?
what is it called when the therapist analyzes the symbolism of the clients dreams to probe the clients unconscious Thoughts
dream analysis
What should you be prepared for when going to your first therapy session?
to say a few words about why you decided to go to therapy, explain what you hope to get out of therapy, and identify any medications you are taking
the first session is for the therapist to get to know you
What is a medical procedure designed to improve mental health by passing electrical currents through the brain, deliberately triggering a brief seizure?
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
What is the relationship that occurs between a client and therapist when the therapist is genuine and uses empathy with a client?
therapeutic alliance
What therapy focuses on the limits and expectations that are placed on people (by themselves and others)?
Humanistic therapy
Where is a good place to find a therapist?
start with your college counseling center if they have one, ask a trusted medical provider, and use a free online locator
A psychotherapy in which clients receive psychotherapy together with others?
group therapy
What is it called when the therapist listens to the client talk about whatever they want without censorship or filtering their words
free association
What is a type of behavior therapy based on the classical conditioning principle of extinction?
exposure therapy
What is a positive punishment that is used to reduce undesirable behavior?
Aversion therapy