Examlex

Solved

You Are a Licensed Therapist Seeing a Client Who Is

question 171

Essay

You are a licensed therapist seeing a client who is afraid of elevators. What behavioral technique or combination of behavioral techniques might you use to treat such a person? Defend your choices.


Definitions:

Competition

A situation in which individuals or groups strive against one another to achieve a goal that cannot be shared.

Pleasure

A feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction derived from an experience.

Self-determination Theory

A theory of motivation that posits people are most satisfied and perform best when they feel that their actions stem from their own desires rather than from external pressures.

Self-efficacy

An individual's belief in their own capability to complete tasks and reach goals, influencing motivation and performance.

Related Questions