Equifinality in Functional Analytic Psychotherapy: Different strokes for different folks.
Overview
This paper discusses Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP), emphasizing the importance of therapists focusing on the functional impact of their behavior rather than its physical form or adherence to specific techniques. It critiques traditional fidelity assessments for overemphasizing topography and suggests shifting focus toward underlying principles to better shape client interpersonal behaviors. The resource is intended for clinicians and supervisors working within the FAP modality.
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- OpenAlex
- Author
- N. Vlassa
- Published
- 1975-01-01
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- closed
- DOI
- 10.1037/h0100935
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@article{allodium:a4550c7772a94f63,
title = {Equifinality in Functional Analytic Psychotherapy: Different strokes for different folks.},
author = {N. Vlassa},
year = {1975},
journal = {OpenAlex},
doi = {10.1037/h0100935},
url = {https://doi.org/10.1037/h0100935}
}RIS
TY - JOUR TI - Equifinality in Functional Analytic Psychotherapy: Different strokes for different folks. AU - Vlassa, N. PY - 1975 PB - OpenAlex DO - 10.1037/h0100935 UR - https://doi.org/10.1037/h0100935 ER -
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Vlassa, N. (1975). Equifinality in Functional Analytic Psychotherapy: Different strokes for different folks.. OpenAlex. https://doi.org/10.1037/h0100935
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