Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Steven Hayes and his colleagues, trained in behavioral analysis and relational frame theory, developed a scientifically based treatment called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT. ACT is a leading approach in what is being called the “third wave” of cognitive and behavioral therapy since it incorporates new understandings and techniques in […]
Schema-Focused Therapy (SFT) was developed by Jeffrey E. Young, Ph.D. While working with Dr. Aaron Beck at the Center For Cognitive Therapy, Dr. Young noticed there was a group of clients that did not respond as quickly or strongly to traditional cognitive therapy as one would hope. These clients, who tend to have long-standing problems […]
Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Very. Cognitive therapy is the most widely researched of all modern psychotherapies. There have been over 500 studies designed to investigate the benefits of cognitive therapy. Most studies indicate that cognitive therapy reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety as effectively as medication, with lower rates of relapse. In addition, cognitive therapy […]
Test Descriptions Description of Subtests of the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-III (WAIS-III) Information The Information subtest consists of 28 questions aimed at determining how much general knowledge the client has accumulated from their environment. This subtest reflects: ability to learn and recall facts intellectual curiosity quality of education alertness to the environment Vocabulary The Vocabulary […]
What is Cognitive Therapy? Cognitive therapy is a proven problem-solving approach to help individuals stuck in feelings of distress or maladaptive behavior patterns. Research demonstrates that such difficulties are associated with negative, harsh, and extreme thinking patterns. When we examine these thinking patterns, we typically discover inaccuracies, referred to as cognitive distortions. In cognitive therapy, […]
Social Anxiety The person with social anxiety has an intense dread of social situations. They try to avoid situations where they might be judged negatively by others. They fear they will act in a way that will be embarrassing or humiliating. People with social anxiety often feel caught in a vicious cycle. They […]
Psychological Evaluation Services Testing Service The Washington Center For Cognitive Therapy conducts psychological evaluations for residents in the Washington, D.C. area. We accept referrals from any source, but specialize in testing senior citizens and clients with psychiatric or physical disabilities. The psychological evaluation consists of a review of relevant records, clinical interview, mental status examination, […]
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) People with OCD feel they are at the mercy of unwanted and intrusive worries (obsessions). They often fear great harm will come to them or others, frequently as a result of their carelessness or mistakes in judgment. Examples of such painful obsessions are worries about picking up life-threatening germs, or […]
Links www.academyofct.org The Academy of Cognitive Therapy, founded in 1999 by a group of leading clinicians and researchers in the field of cognitive therapy, serves as the most prestigious certifying group for identification of skilled cognitive therapists. www.abct.org The Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies is a professional, interdisciplinary organization that is concerned […]
How Does Cognitive Therapy Differ from Traditional Therapy? Cognitive therapy differs from traditional therapy in many ways. Cognitive therapy is active directive focused on the present time short-term Cognitive therapy emphasizes: identification of problems and goals that are shared by client and therapist clear-cut agenda for each session self-help homework recommended for practice and progress […]
Generalized Anxiety Disorder Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is characterized by persistent and consuming feelings of nervousness, tension, and apprehension. The individual is preoccupied with worries that strike others as excessive and without sufficient cause. Restlessness, irritability, and sleep difficulties are also common features of GAD. Physical manifestations of GAD include pain or pressure in the […]
Depression The Experience of Depression Clinical depression can be a debilitating and painful illness that can significantly affect our relationships and ability to work. While sadness may be one of the hallmark characteristics of depression, there is also a constellation of negative moods, harsh thinking patterns and diminished motivation. The individual often feels weak, discouraged, […]
Anger Problems Anger can be a difficult emotion to deal with and understand. Anger can be a constructive and healthy response that alerts us that our rights are being violated and motivates us to take appropriate action. (“I am no longer going to allow myself to be treated this way!”) Anger can also be […]
About Dr. Vincent Greenwood The Washington Center For Cognitive Therapy was founded in 1982 by Vincent Greenwood, Ph.D., who continues to be its Executive Director. Dr. Greenwood is a licensed, very experienced psychologist. He received his doctoral degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and completed his post-doctoral residency at St. Elizabeths Hospital in Washington, DC. He […]
