Case Formulation

In the case formulation approach to cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), therapist works collaboratively with patient develop a of patient’s and uses guide treatment. The is hypothesis about major factors that cause perpetuate problems. I begin this commentary written in honor Aaron T. Beck brief description CBT. describe my path developing CBT, beginning learning from Dr. his colleagues as graduate student. highlight importance model three Beck’s contributions particular: conceptualization, practice monitoring progress collecting feedback patient, an empirical clinical work. ideas CBT by Ira Turkat, Joseph Wolpe, Judith Beck, Kuyken et al. (2009), others too numerous mention here. conclude call for more research on role therapy.