8. Therapeutic and Educational Potential of Combining Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Art – Qualitative Analysis of a Case Study

Abstract Cognitive behavioural psychotherapy is, just like other psychotherapeutic systems, of an eclectic nature. Should a therapist be successful across a wide range of issues, he/she needs to be adaptable, flexible and eclectic in terms of the techniques applied. Eclectically oriented therapists use a wide range of interventions; however, they adhere to individual theoretical structures. The aim of the paper is to point out the application of a combination of artistic activities within the system of the Cognitive behavioural therapy. For this purpose the paper presents a qualitative analysis of two case studies. We formulated the following research questions. Can the methods of combining the cognitive behavioural therapy and art accelerate the course of therapy? Can the methods of combining the cognitive behavioural therapy and art be perceived by the client as effective? The phenomenon investigated in the case study is a functional analysis of a client’s case and subsequent application of therapeutic and educational techniques of the Cognitive behavioural therapy and art. In both case studies it was demonstrated that the involvement of therapeutic elements accelerated the course of therapy. The clients in the research sample assessed the therapy as beneficial.

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder with Comorbid Schizophrenia: A Case Report with Repetitive Measurements

Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy ◽

10.1017/s1352465813000519 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 42 (3) ◽

pp. 374-378 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Kristen Hagen ◽

Stian Solem ◽

Bjarne Hansen

Keyword(s):

Case Studies ◽

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ◽

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ◽

Behavioural Therapy ◽

Obsessive Compulsive ◽

Compulsive Disorder ◽

Study Approach ◽

Cognitive Behavioural

Background: Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) has been observed in a substantial proportion of patients with schizophrenia. Although cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is well documented for OCD, few case studies are available regarding CBT for comorbid OCD in schizophrenia. Aims: The study aims to present a case study to augment the limited knowledge concerning CBT treatment for OCD in patients with schizophrenia. Method: The research adopted a case study approach, with a baseline condition and repeated assessments during the 3-week treatment and 6-month follow-up period. Results: The treatment was successful and the patient achieved clinical significant change in OCD symptoms. The patient had a reduction on the Y-BOCS from 24 to 5 (79%) and from 38 to 10 (73%) on the OCI-R from before treatment to 6 months follow-up. He did not fulfil the criteria for an OCD diagnosis at the end of the 3-week treatment period, or the follow-up at 3- and 6 months. Conclusions: The results strengthen the impressions given by previous case studies suggesting that CBT may be a promising treatment for OCD in patients with schizophrenia.

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Supplemental Material for Stakeholder Perspectives on Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Public Safety Personnel: A Qualitative Analysis

Canadian Journal of Behavioural Science/Revue canadienne des sciences du comportement ◽

10.1037/cbs0000242.supp ◽

2020 ◽

Keyword(s):

Qualitative Analysis ◽

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ◽

Public Safety ◽

Behavioural Therapy ◽

Stakeholder Perspectives ◽

Public Safety Personnel ◽

Cognitive Behavioural ◽

Safety Personnel

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Assessing competence in cognitive-behavioural therapy

The British Journal of Psychiatry ◽

10.1192/bjp.bp.107.038588 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 193 (1) ◽

pp. 60-64 ◽

Cited By ~ 37

Author(s):

Andrew J. A. Keen ◽

Mark H. Freeston

Keyword(s):

Clinical Practice ◽

Case Studies ◽

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ◽

Clinical Work ◽

Behavioural Therapy ◽

High Stakes ◽

Cognitive Behavioural ◽

Reliable Assessment

BackgroundPostgraduate courses on cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) assess various competencies using essays, case studies and audiotapes or videotapes of clinical workAimsTo evaluate how reliably a well-established postgraduate course assesses CBT competenciesMethodData were collected on two cohorts of trainees (n=52). Two examiners marked trainees on: (a) two videotapes of clinical practice; (b) two case studies; and (c) three essaysResultsEssay examinations were more reliable than case studies, which in turn were more reliable than videotaped assessments. The reliability of the latter two assessments was considerably lower than that commonly expected of high-stakes examinations. To assess reliably standard CBT competencies, postgraduate courses would need to examine about 5 essays, 12 case studies and 19 videotapesConclusionsReliable assessment of standard competencies is complex and resource intensive. There would need to be a marked increase in the number of samples of clinical work assessed to be able to make reliable judgements about proficiency

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Collecting subjective and rating scale data within a single case study design: cognitive behavioural therapy for a person experiencing psychosis

Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing ◽

10.1111/j.1365-2850.2009.01484.x ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 16 (9) ◽

pp. 848-856

Author(s):

J. CARDEN ◽

A. JONES

Keyword(s):

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ◽

Rating Scale ◽

Single Case ◽

Behavioural Therapy ◽

Single Case Study ◽

Case Study Design ◽

Cognitive Behavioural ◽

Rating Scale Data ◽

Scale Data

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The Combination of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy with Virtual Reality for the Treatment of Postnatal Depression in a Brief Intervention Context: A Single-Case Study Trial

Journal of Healthcare Engineering ◽

10.1155/2021/5514770 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 2021 ◽

pp. 1-20

Author(s):

George Stamou ◽

Azucena Garcia-Palacios ◽

Brendon J. Woodford ◽

Carlos Suso-Ribera ◽

Cristina Botella

Keyword(s):

Virtual Reality ◽

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ◽

Postnatal Depression ◽

Single Case ◽

Behavioural Therapy ◽

Study Trial ◽

Single Case Study ◽

Cognitive Behavioural ◽

The Individual

Postnatal depression (PND) is a mood disorder with potentially devastating effects to the individual on many levels. It can affect cognitive functioning, motivation, and self-esteem. The person can socially withdraw from their immediate familial or social circle. It can affect bonding and quality time between the mother and baby. There are many effective therapeutic treatments used for the treatment of PND such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT). This study using a single-case study trial with 15 participants investigates the clinical usefulness of combining CBT with virtual reality (VR). Results show that the combination of CBT with VR is an effective treatment for PND. In addition, VR can enhance awareness, decision-making, and self-appreciation within the individual and can also have real-life applications. This study also shows that the combination of VR and CBT is feasible, while the use of such a technology is well accepted.

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