the effectiveness of the therapy goals
the effectiveness of the therapy goals
When communicating the diagnosis to an OCPD patient, the therapist needs to adopt an agreeable and nonjudgmental attitude. I would give my patient sufficient time to process the information and to ask much as they want regarding the nature of the condition and would as well seek my patient’s perception of the condition. I would ensure that I thoroughly take my patient through every aspect associated with the condition, including stigma. This is because such a patient always believes to be right. Thus, when reporting their diagnosis, it is important to be armed with the research and evidence they have about the condition. This will help them accept the diagnosis and the various treatment options for OCD and settle on the treatment option of their preference. The therapist also needs to give them the freedom as well as guide in choosing the best treatment plan because such a patient tends to overanalyze and thus struggles to decide. At this point, it is essential to prevent premature termination through therapist judgment which helps the therapist to establish the effectiveness of the therapy goals and the completion of the therapy process (Swift & Greenberg, 2015).
References
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Paris, J. (2004). Personality disorders over time: implications for psychotherapy. American Journal of Psychotherapy, 58(4), 420-429.
Swift, J.K., & Greenberg, R.P. (2015). What is premature termination in psychotherapy: Strategies for engaging clients and improving outcomes (pp. 11–31). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. DOI:10.1037/14469-002
