Exploring multi-disciplinary team (MDT) experiences of cognitive analytic therapy (CAT) as a systemic consultation tool in an adult forensic service



Franks, Lianne
Exploring multi-disciplinary team (MDT) experiences of cognitive analytic therapy (CAT) as a systemic consultation tool in an adult forensic service. Doctor of Clinical Psychology thesis, University of Liverpool.

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Abstract

Background: Following the growing emphasis on the use of psychological consultation and the use of Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) as a consultation tool, this qualitative study explored staff members’ experiences of using CAT as a systemic consultation tool. Method: Interviews were conducted with nine members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team in a High Secure Hospital and the data analysed using thematic analysis from a social constructionist perspective. Results: Emerging themes of CAT as consultation tool included the availability and accessibility, the genuine value and mirroring enlightenment. Conclusion: The study demonstrates how genuine value within the system sits at the heart of accessibility and availability of CAT as a systemic consultation tool and the mirroring enlightenment of staff and patients. Implications for clinical practice are also discussed.

Item Type: Thesis (Doctor of Clinical Psychology)
Additional Information: alt_title: COGNITIVE ANALYTIC THERAPY CONSULTANCY IN A HSH Date: 2015-07-20 (completed)
Depositing User: Symplectic Admin
Date Deposited: 19 Jan 2016 15:33
Last Modified: 17 Dec 2022 01:27
DOI: 10.17638/02034319
URI: https://livrepository.liverpool.ac.uk/id/eprint/2034319