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Cogn Behav Pract. 2016 Nov;23(4):459-463. doi: 10.1016/j.cbpra.2013.12.009.

Introduction to using structured evocative activities in Functional Analytic Psychotherapy.

Cognitive and behavioral practice

Kimberly M Nelson, Joyce P Yang, Ashley C Maliken, Mavis Tsai, Robert J Kohlenberg

Affiliations

  1. Department of Psychology, University of Washington, Box 351525, Seattle WA 98195-1525.
  2. Independent Practice, Seattle, WA; Department of Psychology, University of Washington, Box 351525, Seattle WA 98195-1525.

PMID: 28008219 PMCID: PMC5167533 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpra.2013.12.009

Abstract

Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP) focuses on what happens in session between clients and therapists in order to create more intense and curative therapeutic relationships. FAP may be used as a standalone treatment or as an adjunct to other therapies in order to maximize therapeutic gains through strengthened alliance and differential reinforcement. When it fits within a client's case conceptualization, FAP clinicians often choose to use structured, evocative activities to progress the therapy at a faster pace. This article provides a rationale for using structured evocative activities in FAP with concrete examples to facilitate clinicians' implementation of the exercises.

Keywords: Functional Analytic Psychotherapy; differential reinforcement; evocative activities; therapist relationship

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