Collaboration in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy: Collaboration in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
Journal of Clinical Psychology
Short Title:
Collaboration in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
Format:
Journal Article
Publication Date:
2012/02//
Pages:
179 - 186
Sources ID:
110736
Collection:
Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Depression
Visibility:
Public (group default)
Abstract:
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In this article, we describe the nature of therapeutic collaboration between psychotherapist and group participants in mindfulness‐based cognitive therapy (MBCT), which occurs in a group format and incorporates cognitive therapy and mindfulness practices with the aim of preventing depression relapse. Collaboration is a central part of two components of MBCT: inquiry and leading mindfulness practices. During the process of inquiry, the therapist‐initiated questions about the participant's moment‐to‐moment experience of the practice occurs in a context of curious, open, and warm attitudes. In addition, collaboration is maintained through co‐participation in mindfulness practices. We provide a case illustration of collaboration in these contexts and conclude with recommendations for clinical practice.