Integrating Technology into Modern Therapies: A Clinician’s Guide to Developments and Interventions

✍ Scribed by Jessica Stone

• Publisher: Routledge
• Year: 2019
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 247
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

Integrating Technology into Modern Therapies provides clinicians with an innovative, research-based foundation for incorporating technology into clinical practice. It offers an overview of current technological developments in therapy, such as the use of therapeutic texting, virtual reality programs, tablet apps, and online games. Chapters examine therapeutic applications of technology for those who have experienced trauma and a variety of conditions including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and speech concerns. The book also offers suggestions for how technology can be used in hospitals, as well as with migrant, refugee, and homeless populations. Combining theory and research with a wealth of case studies and practical resources, this book will be relevant to all mental health, speech and language, and child life specialists.

✦ Table of Contents

Cover
Half Title
Praise
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Table of Contents
List of Contributors
Foreword by Daniel S. Sweeney
References
Introduction: Responsible Integration of That Which Is Here to Stay
References
Part 1: Overview of the Use of Technology in Psychotherapy
Chapter 1: The Screen Door: Thinking about Technology in Psychotherapy
Case Studies
Therapeutic Work and Where We Go from Here
Reference
Chapter 2: Research-Informed Technological Transitions in Psychotherapy
Technological Interventions
Benefits of Incorporating Technology in Psychotherapy
Ethical Considerations
Diversity Considerations
Implications
Conclusion
References
Chapter 3: Replacing Hesitancy and Doubt with Competence and Skill: The Technologically-Minded Therapist
Introduction
Factors That Cause Hesitancy and Doubt
Effectiveness and Uses of Technology in Psychotherapy
Therapeutic Elements
Developing Skills to Reduce Hesitancy and Doubt
Conclusion
References
Chapter 4: Therapy in the Digital Age
Introduction
An Effective Tool to Support the Latest Generation
Meeting on Their Turf
Evolving Clinical Practices: A look at Ethics and Training
References
Part 2: Therapeutic Uses of Technology
Chapter 5: The Accessibility of Quality Supervision: Competency-Based Mentoring Using Technology
Introduction
Technology Considerations
Supervisors Who Utilize a Competency-Based Approach
Summary
References
Chapter 6: RxTxT: Therapeutic Texting
Defining RxTxT: From Spoken Word to Emojis
Discussing RxTxT: Towards a New Orthography
TxT
Therapeutic Relationship and Therapeutic Alliance
Case Study: Anna
Reflecting on RxTxT in Practice
Draft Guidelines for RxTxT
Conclusion
Note
References
Chapter 7: VR Has It: A Framework for Virtual Reality Integration into Therapy
Introduction to Virtual Reality (VR)
Historical Development of tVR
Case Example Using VR
References
Chapter 8: I Am My Avatar and My Avatar Is Me: Utilizing Video Games as Therapeutic Tools
Video Games
Video Game Addiction
Immersion
Psychological Projection
Clinical Case Study
Therapist and Treatment Involvement
References
Part 3: Technological Applications with Specific Populations
Chapter 9: Tech, Trauma Work, and the Power of Titration
Introduction
Technology in Therapy
Enhancing Safety and Security
Assessing and Augmenting Coping
Trauma Narrative Work Itself
References
Chapter 10: Utilizing Technological Interventions with Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Introduction
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Technology and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Case Example
Conclusion
References
Chapter 11: “See, I Can Focus”: How Video Games Can Be Used to Enhance Working Memory and Self-Control for Children with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Case Example
Conclusion
References
Chapter 12: Connecting with Gifted People: Utilizing Technology in Mental Health to Speak an Intellectually Gifted Person’s Language
What Does It Mean to Be Gifted?
Overexciteabilities, Asynchronicities, Perfectionism, Imposter Syndrome, and Twice-Exceptionality (2e)
Mental Health
Technology in the Mental Health Treatment of the Gifted
Gaming
Case Example
Conclusion
References
Chapter 13: Introducing Technology-Delivered Mindfulness Interventions
into the Therapeutic Process
The Benefits of Mindfulness
Technology-Delivered Mindfulness Interventions as Part of the Therapy Process
Mindfulness Apps
Research on Technology-Delivered Mindfulness Interventions
Practitioner Involvement
Case Example
Conclusion
References
Part 4: Technological Interventions in Diverse Settings
Chapter 14: Technological Tools for Supporting Pediatric Patients through Procedures
Computer Tablets
Virtual Reality
Case Example
Conclusion
References
Chapter 15: Assistive Technology in Speech Therapy
Introduction
Congenital Disabilities and the Use of Assistive Technology
Concerns Related to the Use of SGDs with Children
Case Example
Conclusion
References
Chapter 16: Videoconferencing in Psychotherapy: Removing Barriers to Mental Health Care for Vulnerable and Underserved Populations
Telepsychology
Videoconferencing
Vulnerable and Underserved Population Care
The Benefits of Videoconferencing
Case Example
Conclusion
References
Index