Comparison of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Metacognitive Therapy

Öz

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Metacognitive Therapy (MCT) approaches are derived from the cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) tradition and focus on the impact of cognitive processes and beliefs on mental health. This review article aims to provide a synthesis by examining the relationship between Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Metacognitive Therapy (MCT) in more depth. These two therapeutic approaches share a common origin from the Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy tradition but can differ in terms of theoretical framework, therapeutic techniques, and the therapy process. In this text, similarities and differences between Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Metacognitive Therapy (MCT) are discussed in the context of fundamental philosophy, theoretical foundations, techniques used, and the therapeutic process. ACT focuses on developing psychological flexibility and enhancing acceptance and mindfulness in the face of challenging inner experiences. On the other hand, MCT targets metacognitive beliefs, focusing on thoughts about thoughts and examining how these beliefs may contribute to mental disorders. ACT and MCT are effective and complementary therapies in the treatment of mental disorders. The choice of therapy may vary depending on individual needs and symptoms. It is believed that this study will assist individuals seeking therapy, clinicians, and researchers working on clinical applications in getting an understanding of these two therapeutic approaches, as well as making decisions in practical applications and research design processes.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Metacognitive Therapy
• Psychological Flexibility
• Metacognitive Beliefs

Kabul ve Kararlılık Terapisi ile Metakognitif Terapinin Karşılaştırılması

Öz

Kabul ve Kararlılık Terapisi (ACT) ve Metakognitif Terapi (MKT) yaklaşımları Bilişsel Davranışçı Terapi (BDT) geleneğinden türemiştir ve bilişsel süreçlerin ve inançların ruhsal sağlık üzerindeki etkisine odaklanmaktadır. Bu derleme makalesi, Kabul ve Kararlılık Terapisi (ACT) ve Metakognitif Terapi (MKT) arasındaki ilişkiyi daha derinlemesine inceleyerek bir sentez sunmayı amaçlamaktadır. Bu iki terapi ekolü, Bilişsel Davranışçı Terapi ekolünden türeme ortak noktasına sahip olup, kuramsal çerçeve, terapötik teknikler ve terapi süreci konusunda birbirinden farklılaşabilmektedir. Bu metinde, Kabul ve Kararlılık Terapisi (ACT) ve Metakognitif Terapi (MKT) arasındaki benzerlikler ve farklılıklar temel felsefe, teorik temeller, kullanılan teknikler ve terapi süreci bağlamında ele alınmıştır. ACT, psikolojik esnekliğin geliştirilmesine ve zorlayıcı içsel deneyimlere yönelik kabul ve kendindelik geliştirmeye odaklanmaktadır. MKT ise metakognitif inançlara, yani düşünceler hakkında düşüncelere odaklanmaktadır ve bu inançların ruhsal bozukluklara nasıl katkıda bulunabileceğini incelemektedir. ACT ve MKT, ruhsal bozuklukların tedavisinde etkili ve tamamlayıcı terapilerdir. Hangi terapinin daha uygun olduğu, kişinin bireysel ihtiyaçlarına ve semptomlarına göre değişebilmektedir. Bu çalışmanın, terapi arayışındaki bireylere, klinisyenlere ve klinik uygulamalar üzerine çalışan araştırmacılara, iki terapi ekolünü detaylı bir şekilde tanıma, benzerlik ve farklılıklarını anlama, pratik uygulamalarda karar alma ve araştırma tasarımı süreçlerinde yardımcı olacağı düşünülmektedir.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Kabul ve Kararlılık Terapisi
• Metakognitif Terapi
• Psikolojik Esneklik
• Metakognitif İnançlar

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