title: The application of cognitive-behavioral therapy to counseling Chinese.
abstract: The purpose of this article is to discuss and analyze the application of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to counsel Chinese. The analysis of the potential strengths and weaknesses of applying CBT in the treatment of Chinese clients are delineated based on the compatibility between the characteristics of CBT and Chinese culture. Modifications of CBT aiming at enhancing its effectiveness for Chinese within their cultural context are discussed. The study offers implications for clinical practice, training, and research.
authors.affiliation: Department of Social Policy and Social Work, National Chi Nan University, #1 University Road PuLi Town, NanTou County, 545 Taiwan. ynlin@ncnu.edu.tw
authors.forename: Yii-Nii
authors.initials: YN
authors.lastname: Lin
mesh_terms: D002681:China / Q000208:ethnology; D015928:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D003142:Communication; D003469:Culture; D006801:Humans; D011369:Professional-Patient Relations; D012951:Socialization