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

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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. 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