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    Clarifying the Role of the Socratic Method in CBT: a Survey of Expert Opinion

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    Authors
    Clark, G.
    Egan, Sarah
    Date
    2018
    Type
    Journal Article
    
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    Clark, G. and Egan, S. 2018. Clarifying the Role of the Socratic Method in CBT: a Survey of Expert Opinion. International Journal of Cognitive Therapy. 11 (2): pp. 184-199.
    Source Title
    International Journal of Cognitive Therapy
    DOI
    10.1007/s41811-018-0016-y
    ISSN
    1937-1209
    School
    School of Psychology
    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/69819
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    • Curtin Research Publications
    Abstract

    The Socratic Method is widely described as an important component in the delivery of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT). However, there is a lack of clarity regarding the perceived role and importance of the Socratic Method in CBT. A brief questionnaire survey was completed by 15 expert CBT researchers to evaluate the perceived role and function of the Socratic Method in CBT. Survey responses were examined using thematic analysis. Results suggested that respondents believe that the Socratic Method has a number of benefits within CBT and that its effective application necessitates it being applied differentially across individuals and therapeutic tasks. A consensus was not reached amongst respondents regarding the role of the Socratic Method, with some responses describing it as a central feature of CBT whilst others identified it as a valuable adjunct to treatment which is nonessential. The implications of the findings and areas for future research are discussed.

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