Problem
What is your definition of mindfulness? Do you see it as an effective intervention, why or why not? If a client asked you how mindfulness strategies could help in their treatment, how would you explain it to them? Using specific examples, imagine the type of issues the client is presenting with. What might be some of the challenges and benefits of implementing mindfulness-based strategies in your counseling work? Explain.
Numerous studies examine how cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, and acceptance commitment therapy are complimentary as counseling approaches/interventions. What are some of the overlapping principles and how would you differentiate between CBT, ACT, and Mindfulness? Provide an example and rationale from the research as to what presenting issues/concerns and special populations might best be suited with ACT or mindfulness-based interventions. Thinking of the principles of Motivational Interviewing, how would you incorporate that approach of engaging clients along with ACT or mindfulness-based interventions?