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Essay / CBT - 1007
Regarding the perspective on human nature, CBT has a more complex view on this topic compared to other theories. The CBT perspective incorporates the use of self-control, self-reflection, and the capacity for choice (Tan, 2011). Using self-control, self-reflection, and the ability to control is essential to creating change in behaviors and feelings. Additionally, more attention is being paid to how an individual's thoughts can affect their feelings and behavior (Tan, 2011). This is important because a person's feelings and behaviors are primarily determined by their thoughts. Another aspect I like about CBT's perspective on human nature is that they view humans as neutral instead of good or evil. The idea of “don't judge a book by its cover” comes to mind in that the CBT perspective does not place labels on people, which is important for rapport with the client. The main focus of CBT's perspective on human nature is placed on irrational thinking that causes emotional problems. By getting a client to think more rationally and improve their attitudes, this will improve the effect on their feelings and behaviors. When it comes to reality interpretation and personality development, I think CBT can improve a person's feelings in both of these areas. CBT focuses on how cognitions can affect a person's view of reality. In a sense, I agree. As stated earlier, a person's thoughts shape their feelings and behaviors. So, if a person has thoughts about reality, ideally their feelings and behaviors could reflect those thoughts. When it comes to personality development, I also believe that CBT can improve a person's personality development. For example, a person who is having negative thoughts about someone, is in the middle of a paper... By scheduling an activity that the client can participate in and complete, it can give them a sense of control in a specific task. This can be beneficial in making the client feel accomplished. Another technique that I think can be beneficial in therapy is role playing. Role play can be helpful for a client to learn to challenge irrational beliefs by becoming aware of negative feelings toward those beliefs (Tan, 2011). Additionally, role-playing can help the client work through emotions and practice more effective coping skills. The last technique I would incorporate into therapy would be relaxation training. I would suggest ways that can help the client relax, including deep breathing, meditation, yoga, massage, or exercise. By giving the client methods to relax, I believe it can help them manage their thoughts, feelings and behaviors..