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BarbaraLCSWC Can a client go to a therapist who uses CBT? 1 May 18 2009, 11:32 AM EDT by HilaryN123
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I believe in using an eclectic approach. I draw from systems theory, CBT, Relational, and psychodynamic. Although TMS is rooted in the subconscious, changing a client's way of thinking about the pain is essential. Arming them with the knowledge that the pain (or TMS equivalent) is not being caused by a bulging disc or something physical is Dr. Sarno advocates. He also uses behavioral when he states that conditioning can be the cause. If we once had pain when we sat too long, the next time we sit, we may get the pain. Using extinction or systematic desensitization can help get clients over their fear. Also, teaching problem solving skills or assertiveness may help someone who is in an unhealthy relationship stop repressing anger or resentment. This isn't to say that their unconscious anger is not causing the pain, rather that if they dealt with the relationship, they would not have reason to repress. If someone is in a job they hate but they believe they have no way out (family to support, current economic issues) they may repress anger and resentment and experience pain. CBT would use problem solving to explore options such as changing jobs or changing the way they perceive the current one.
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HilaryN123 CBT 2 May 6 2009, 5:32 PM EDT by HilaryN123
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