J Korean Neuropsychiatr Assoc.  2010 May;49(3):298-303.

Treatment Relationships in Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment of Children and Adolescents

• You JH
• Min BB

Abstract

This article reviewed the literatures which demonstrated correlations between therapeutic relationship variables and treatment outcomes in children and adolescents, and also examined factors which affect a positive therapeutic relationship. Results from this review revealed that a positive therapeutic relationship is essential for cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) with children and adolescents, and also indicated that the therapeutic effect is the most powerful when a therapist maintains a collaborative relationship. Finally, basic strategies for maintaining a collaborative relationship have been suggested. These include strategies such as ; 1) setting a goal for therapy focusing on enhanced motivation for therapy ; 2) facilitating the engagement of parents in the treatment process ; 3) creating a collaborative atmosphere ; 4) educating the client about therapy ; 5) liciting feedback ; 6) making creative and innovate modifications of traditional CBT methods ; and, 7) providing choices for the client.

Keyword

Treatment relationship; Positive therapeutic relationship; Cognitive-behavioral treatment; Collaborative relationship

MeSH Terms

Adolescent
Atmosphere
Child
Humans
Motivation
Parents