Adaptation and Psychotherapy
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The concept of "adaptation" is discussed as a guiding feature in understanding psychotherapy. What does a person mean when they talk about psychotherapy as adaptation or maladaptation. Give a thorough example in your answer so that it is clear in how you are applying this terminology.
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This solution defines psychotherapy adaptation and the role of the therapist in meeting a client's needs. IT discusses what is meant in psychotherapy when a therapist discusses adaptation or maladaptation. The explanation includes 200 words with references.
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Problem: The concept of "adaptation" is discussed as a guiding feature in understanding psychotherapy. What does a person mean when they talk about psychotherapy as adaptation or maladaptation. Give a thorough example in your answer so that it is clear in how you are applying this terminology.
Solution: Norcross and Wampold (2008) define adaptation as tailoring treatment methods to meet the individual needs of each patient by allowing the patient ...
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