I have been researching/reviewing various theories, modalities, and concepts for my dissertation - the study will be a phenomenological qualitative research study, exploring the 'lived or subjective' experiences of women who self-identify themselves as being resilient adult daughters of alcoholic fathers. The following concepts will be covered in my literature review: resiliency, Posttraumatic Growth (PTG), alcoholism in the family, adult daughters of alcoholics/fathers, methods of coping (skills, modes, types, techniques etc.), 'self-compassion' (which is why I am interested in finding out more information on 'compassion-focused therapy'), protective/risk factors, & trauma etc. I am in the process of pinning down a theoretical framework, and as of now am interested in Adlerian theory & Reality Theory/Therapy (to name a few); however, I became intrigued when I came across this branch of therapy (modality) while doing research on self-compassion. Any and all answers or suggestions are greatly appreciated!
Here as a start:
Developing a compassionate mind to enhance trauma-focused CBT with an adolescent female: A case study. Bowyer, Laura; Wallis, Jennifer; Lee, Deborah. Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy 42.2 (Mar 2014): 248-254.
Review of Diabetes and wellbeing: Managing the psychological and emotional challenges of diabetes types 1 and 2. Mofrad, Layla. Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy 42.2 (Mar 2014): 255-256.
Compassion‐focused therapy: Preface and introduction for special section. Gilbert, Paul. British Journal of Clinical Psychology 53.1 (Mar 2014): 1-5.
The origins and nature of compassion focused therapy. Gilbert, Paul. British Journal of Clinical Psychology 53.1 (Mar 2014): 6-41
The development and application of compassion‐focused therapy for eating disorders (CFT-E). Goss, Kenneth; Allan, Steven. British Journal of Clinical Psychology 53.1 (Mar 2014): 62-77.
Are improvements in shame and self‐compassion early in eating disorders treatment associated with better patient outcomes? Kelly, Allison C.; Carter, Jacqueline C.; Borairi, Sahar. International Journal of Eating Disorders 47.1 (Jan 2014): 54-64.
I work with children who have been exposed to trauma and use the concept of unconditional self acceptance. It sounds similar to self compassion. John H. Chamberlain and David A.F. Hagaa, Unconditional Self Acceptance and Psychological Health, Journal of Rational-Emotive and Cognitive Behavioral Health, Volume 19, No. 3, 2001.
Roger's Client Centered Therapy was non-directive whereas RET and CBT are directive. The therapist would directly structure the session and direct the client in self compassion and to challenge irrational beliefs associated with self-esteem, self criticism, self condemning behaviors. I have used unconditional self acceptance since I was at the Institute for Rational Emotive Therapy in 1974, so Roger's unconditional regard and RET's unconditional self acceptance have been around for a long time.
Stephen - thanks so much for both your input on my topic/question, as well as your reference :) I plan to check it out this evening! Thanks again ~ Jenelle
Stephen - hello once again, though I have not reviewed your suggested reading just yet, but i wanted to let you know that after reviewing some info on these 2 concepts that you were dead on about them being similar in nature. Unconditional self-acceptance & self-compassion are very similar in nature. According to Neff self-compassion is made up of three key elements - with the first element being 'self-kindness, which in my opinion is parallel to what unconditional self-acceptance means, because it entails being warm and understanding towards oneself when we are suffering, failing, and/or feeling inadequate about ourselves, but instead of ignoring our pain or flagellating ourselves with self-criticism. So, basically, instead of mercilessly judging and criticizing oneself for various inadequacies or shortcomings, self-compassion means you are kind and understanding when confronted with personal failings...just like the concept you presented to me - unconditional self-acceptance - here if we are or when we allow ourselves to be self-accepting, we are able to embrace all facets of ourselves - not just the positive, more "esteem-able" parts. Furthermore, as such, self-acceptance is unconditional, free of any qualification, we can recognize our weaknesses, limitations, and foibles, but this awareness in no way interferes with our ability to fully accept ourselves. BAM! thanks so much I now have an alternative concept or component to think about (or refer to) for my study :) Thanks again ~ Jenelle
Dr. Kristin Neff has a wide experience in self-compassion approach. You can look for her work starting from here: http://www.self-compassion.org/
Thanks for the feedback gals - Irena & Elena. Elena, yes Neff is awesome, I have read many of her articles already as well as her self-compassion book. Thanks for the link! ~ Jenelle
John Wynn - hello! thanks so much for the reference, I will check it out today :) ~ Jenelle
This website is a really great place to look for any compassion focused resources for clients or more information on the therapy itself: http://www.compassionatemind.co.uk/viewpoints/CFT.htm
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