Psychology Case Study
– Person Centred approach (PCA) – (Founder Carl Rogers)
– Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
– Attachment Theory (AT) (John Bowlby)
Because these three theories are so different in their approach within our course we viewing them through the theoretical lens of The Transtheoretical Model (TTM) (key publication Systems of psychotherapy A transtheoretical analysis – James O. Prochaska and John C. Norcross – these two figures must be referenced within this essay) The key aspect of this theory is the process of change, Levels of change and Stages of change.
The following headings have been presented in order to help you present your case study in a logical manner, and in a manner which will help you to ensure you address the learning outcomes.
Case Study Headings.
Below is a list of headings for the case study (Please use these within the essay)
History
Assessment
Case Formulation – (Padesky Case formulation).
Structure and Process of Therapy and Assessment of Progress
Summary of Interventions
Summary of theories – PCA, CBT, AT.
Medication/ risk assessment (Create a Risk assessment )
Contract ( Create a contract )
TTM – The Transtheoretical Model.
BASIC ID ( Lazarus )
Complicating Factors
The Role of Clinical Supervision ( Key names – Lahad, Wessler, Scaife)
Summary Conclusions and Lessons Learned
Appendices





