Cognitive vs Experiential Emphases – Stephen Gilligan & Donald Meichenbaum

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Summary

• Archive: Description:This exchange will focus on the classic question of whether good therapy should focus more on cognitive or experiential changes.

• The merits of each, and the possibility of a “both/and” partnership, are considered.Educational Objectives:Compare and contrasts strengths and weaknesses of both cognitive and experiential approaches.Identify methods for integrating the two styles.