Eclecticism in psychotherapies
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The document discusses eclecticism in psychotherapies. It defines eclecticism as drawing on multiple theories and techniques to gain insights or apply different approaches to particular cases. Eclectic therapy incorporates a variety of principles to create tailored treatment plans. Eclectic therapists employ elements from various techniques to establish personalized programs. The document outlines different types of eclectic approaches and provides examples of how eclecticism is used to treat disorders like substance abuse, eating disorders, and bipolar disorder. It discusses advantages and limitations of eclecticism and various therapies used within an eclectic framework.
Eclecticism in psychotherapies
- 1. ECLECTICISM IN PSYCHOTHERAPIES Muhammad Musawar Ali MPHIL, ICAP [email protected] 1
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- 3. • Eclecticism is a conceptual approach that does not hold rigidly to a single paradigm or set of assumptions, but instead draws upon multiple theories, styles, or ideas to gain complementary insights into a subject, or applies different theories in particular cases. 3
- 4. • As its name indicates, eclectic therapy is a therapeutic approach that incorporates a variety of therapeutic principles and philosophies in order to create the ideal treatment program to meet the specific needs of the patient or client. 4
- 5. • Instead of insisting upon strict adherence to one particular approach or school of thought, eclectic therapists employ elements from a range of therapeutic techniques, with the goal of establishing a course that is personally tailored to the patient or client. 5
- 6. • Eclecticism was first recorded to have been practiced by a group of ancient Greek and Roman philosophers who attached themselves to no real system, but selected from existing philosophical beliefs those doctrines that seemed most reasonable to them. Out of this collected material they constructed their new system of philosophy. 6
- 7. • Eclecticism is recognized in approaches to psychology that see many factors influencing behaviour and cognition or psyche. In the 1970s, psychologists started using whichever approaches and techniques that they deemed appropriate for their client. They take multiple perspectives into consideration while identifying, explaining, and changing the behaviour of the client. 7
- 8. DIFFERENT TYPES OF ECLECTICAL APPROACHES •Simultaneous use: Use of the therapies at the same time •Sequential use: Either therapy is used at one time •Stage-oriented use: One therapy is used during the critical stage, the other therapies are used at the maintenance stage 8
- 9. • Eclecticism has become the dominant orientation in psychotherapy • Indeed, more than two-thirds of all clinicians and counsellors now identify themselves with this orientation • Although eclecticism may mean different things to different therapists • all eclectic therapists share a common problem and a common solution. 9
- 10. • First, eclectics have a common problem with traditional single- theory approaches. • They believe that no single theory can be comprehensive and open enough to deal • effectively with the diversity of problems that clients present 10
- 11. • Second, eclectics share a common solution to the problem: “selecting what appears to be best from a variety of methods, approaches, or styles • That is, eclectics borrow from a wide variety of therapeutic techniques and/or theories, and combine them together in a given therapy so as to best tailor their treatment to the specific needs of the client 11
- 12. • Eclectic therapy can be used in the treatment of substance- abuse disorders, behaviour disorders, eating disorders, addictions, mood disorders and any other psychological disorder that responds to therapy. Although some eclectic therapists may draw more from a favourite school of therapy, such as psychodynamic or cognitive-behavioural, others are self-acclaimed eclectics drawing equally from each, depending on the needs of the patient. 12
- 13. • Eclectic approaches became increasingly common in the 1970s, before which therapists generally identified with early schools, such as Freudian and Adlerian psychology. However, many therapists have been hesitant to label themselves as eclectic therapists, with only around 10 percent of therapists applying this label to themselves. 13
- 14. ADVANTAGES • Is supported by the biopsychosocial & stress-vulnerability models • Offers a greater flexibility in treatment • Treatment can be modified to suit individual needs • Less reductionist, more likely to address more facets of a problem • Empowers the patient. Patient can choose his treatment (more ethical) • Shares the strengths of both therapies 14
- 15. • Humans are complex and it is not always possible to identify one precise cause. • The strengths of one method can be used to offset the weaknesses of another. • Trying to identify causation precisely risks reinforcing stereotypes. • Individuals' needs are better matched to treatments when more options are available. • Provides a fuller, more detailed understanding of human behaviour. 15
- 16. LIMITATIONS • Requires more of the therapist. The therapist needs to be an expert of several therapies • Share the weaknesses of both therapies • May be unsystematic and unfocused • It's difficult to identify the relative contributions of each approach. • Explanation of behaviour may become "watered down" when combining many perspectives. 16
- 18. PSYCHOTHERAPIES IN ECLECTICISM • Psychoanalysis. • Behaviour therapies . • Cognitive therapies. • Humanistic therapies • Family therapies • Biological based therapies 18
- 19. • Individuals with • substance abuse disorders • addictions • eating disorders • mood disorders • behaviour compulsions etc. mostly used eclecticism approaches to treat them. 19
- 20. IN BIPOLAR DISORDER • We can use • Cognitive therapy • Talk therapy • Family focus therapy Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Interpersonal therapy social rhythm therapy 20
- 21. IN BIPOLAR DISORDER • Behaviour therapy. This focuses on behaviours that decrease stress. • Cognitive therapy. This type of approach involves learning to identify and modify the patterns of thinking that accompany mood shifts. • Interpersonal therapy. This involves relationships and aims to reduce strains that the illness may place upon them. • Social rhythm therapy. This helps you develop and maintain a normal sleep schedule and more predictable daily routines. 21
- 22. IN BIPOLAR DISORDER • Talk therapy can help you understand and hopefully master any problems that hurt your ability to function well in your life and career. It also helps you stay on your medication. It can help you maintain a positive self-image. • Family focus therapy Family focused therapists educate all family members about the nature of bipolar disorder, bipolar treatment, and ways that family members can best support their affected member. For example, the therapist might teach family members about the nature of manic and depressive mood swings. 22
- 23. SUBSTANCE ABUSE DISORDER • Mindfulness • Cognitive behaviour therapy • Detoxification • Motivational enhancement therapy • Family behaviour therapy • 12 step facilitation therapy 23
- 24. Mindfulness Focus on present state. When you're mindful, you observe your thoughts and feelings from a distance, without judging them good or bad. Instead of letting your life pass you. CBT is also use to treat substance abusers. Individuals in CBT learn to identify and correct problematic behaviours by applying a range of different skills that can be used to stop drug abuse. Detoxification three steps to detoxification that, by the end, should ideally transition the individual into an inpatient or outpatient recovery plan. Evaluation Stabilization Fostering Entry Into Drug Treatment 24
- 25. Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) is a counselling approach that helps individuals resolve their ambivalence about engaging in treatment and stopping their drug use. Family behaviour therapy (FBT) is an outpatient behavioural treatment aimed at reducing drug and alcohol use in adults and youth also used for conduct disorders, child mistreatment, depression, family conflict, and unemployment. 25
- 26. • 12 step facilitation therapy The basic premise of the 12-Step model is that people can help one another achieve and maintain abstain • decreases the likelihood of relapse and increases the rate of lifelong sobriety among participants. 26
- 27. MAJOR TYPES OF THERAPIES FOR EATING DISORDERS • Medical Nutrition Therapy • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) • Art Therapy • Dance Movement Therapy • Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP) • Cognitive behaviour therapy • Family Therapy • Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) 27
- 28. • Medical Nutrition Therapy • It may involve simple changes in a person's diet, or intravenous or tube feeding. Medical nutrition therapy may help patients recover more quickly and spend less time in the hospital. It includes checking a person’s nutrition status, and giving the right foods or nutrients to treat conditions such as those caused by diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) • DBT techniques can be beneficial for eating disorder treatment in that they allow individuals to better deal with conflict and stress while gaining increased control over negative thoughts and emotions 28
- 29. • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) This therapy is beneficial in eating disorder recovery as it helps individuals develop a healthier relationship with their emotions and intellect. ACT is also effective in treating co-occurring disorders such as depression or anxiety Art Therapy This is a form of psychotherapy that uses art media as its main form of communication and therapeutic healing. Types of art therapy that might be included are painting, clay making, sculpting, and drawing. Art therapy can also be useful for treating co-occurring disorders, such as substance abuse or mood disorders. 29
- 30. • Dance Movement Therapy • Dance therapy has been proven an effective form of psychotherapy for various disorders, including learning disabilities and mood disorders. In regards to eating disorders, dance therapy can be influential in healing through guided movements and expressions • Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP) • ERP can be effective in the treatment of eating disorders as it helps participants overcome fears of forbidden foods and decrease urges to binge/purge. 30
- 31. • Family Therapy • Family therapy is an important part of treatment in that is involves and works with families and couples. The goal of family therapy is to promote nurturing change and maturation, and sessions are overseen by a family therapist. therapy is crucial to those suffering from eating disorders in that in promotes healing for the entire family and can be helpful in eliminating life-threatening situations. • Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) • Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is a form of therapy that focuses on managing interpersonal. IN the treatment for eating disorders, IPT has been shown to be beneficial in that is increases self-esteem and body 31
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