Person-based cognitive therapy for distressing psychosis

Hayward, Mark, Ellett, Lyn and Strauss, Clara (2014) Person-based cognitive therapy for distressing psychosis. In, Incorporating acceptance and mindfulness into the treatment of psychosis: Current trends and future directions. Oxford University Press, pp. 150-169. (doi:10.1093/med:psych/9780199997213.003.0007).

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Abstract

Person-based cognitive therapy for distressing psychosis (PBCT; Chadwick, 2006) is an integration of cognitive theory and therapy, mindfulness, and Rogerian principles (particularly acceptance). The emphasis in PBCT is on understanding and reducing distress and promoting strengths and well-being. This chapter provides an integrated summary of the PBCT approach, and starts with an overview of the zone of proximal development—the central theoretical model used in PBCT. This includes a summary of each of the four zones with integrated discussion of the associated main therapeutic techniques. A clinical vignette is then provided which describes the process of group therapy for people who experience distressing voices. The chapter concludes with a summary of current research supporting the approach and future research directions.

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