what is psychoanalysis
uncovering unconscious conflicts
what is free association
say whatever comes to mind
what is transference
patient projects feelings onto therapist
what is resistance
hesitating or blocking anxiety topics
what is psychodynamic therapy
modern version, focuses on themes across relationships not childhood sexuality
what is person-centered therapy (roger)
therapist provides unconditional positive regard, empathy, and active listening
what is the goal of behavioral therapies
replace unwanted behaviors with constructive ones through learning principles
what is counter-conditioning
pairing a fear stimulus with a positive/new one
what is exposure therapy
facing fear repeatedly until anxiety reduces
what is systematic desensitization
gradual exposure while relaxed, builds and anxiety hierarchy
what is aversive conditioning
pair unwanted behavior with unpleasant stimulus
ex: nausea with alcohol
what is behavior modification
using reinforcement to shape behavior (token economies)
what is cognitive therapy (beck)
changing negative, distorted thinking patterns
what is cognitive behavior therapy
combines cognitive restructuring with behavior change
what are psychoanalysis and psychodynamic therapies aimed toward
insight, unconscious
what are humanistic therapies aimed toward
growth, acceptance
what are behavioral therapies aimed toward
changing behavior
what are cognitive therapies aimed toward
changing thinking
what are cognitive behavior therapies aimed toward
a combination of cognitive restructuring and behavior change
what does research reveal about the effectiveness of different psychotherapies
most therapies are effective, CBT has strongest evidence especially for depression, anxiety, or OCD
which therapy is best for phobias
exposure
which therapy is best for depression
CBT + medication
which therapy is best for OCD
CBT (exposure + response prevention)
which therapy is best for schizophrenia
antipsychotics + skills training
