1. Identify the key figures associated
with the development of behavior therapy.
2. Differentiate the four
“developmental areas of behavior therapy: classical conditioning, operant conditioning, social cognitive theory, and cognitive behavior therapy.”
3. Evaluate the central characteristics and assumptions that unite the
diverse field of behavior therapy.
4. Understand how the function and role of the therapist affects the therapy process.
5. Describe the role of the client­ therapist relationship in the behavioral approaches.
6. Identify the diverse array of behavioral techniques and procedures and how they fit
within the evidence-based practice movement.
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7. Describe the key concepts of
“EMDR, its main applications, and the effectiveness of this approach.”
8. Describe the basic elements of social skills training.
9. Understand and explain the main steps involved in self-management programs.
10. Identify the key concepts of the four major approaches of the
mindfulness and acceptance­ based behavior therapies.
11. Examine the application of behavioral principles and
techniques to brief interventions and to group counseling.
12. Understand the advantages and shortcomings of behavior therapy in working with culturally diverse clients.
13. Discuss the evaluation of contemporary behavior therapy.