Cognitive Behavior Theraphy

Chapter 8 Summary:

Behavior theory is a result of a combination of models and techniques that deals with various perspectives on human learning. There is a focus on seeming behaviors as opposed to the history of the client. Behavior therapy was developed in reaction to the Psychoanalysis model. Many analysts of this style believe that behaviors are both environmental and biological. The theory was associated with many famous therapists including: Joseph Wolpe, John Watson, B.F. Skinner, Albert Badura, E.L. Thorndike, and Ivan Pavlov.

How it is applied:

College is a heavy factor for anyone and is a big change to one’s environment. As a student affairs professional, I often have to deal with students struggling to deal with these changes. Students often think they need to go out and party every night because that what they see everyone else doing. However, in my profession I try to stress the other options available to students. I show them there is more to this environment than just the party scene.

Video: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutic Factors

This video highlights areas of the social learning theory. The client, Harriet, is asked what she will remember about this session after she leaves. She explains how she realizes her partner is the one who sabotage her relationship and is no longer going to isolate herself. She plans to continue working with her counselor on different ways she can help herself feel better and how she can be more comfortable being alone. Her goal is now on taking the necessary steps to move on and adapting more positive behaviors into her everyday life.