TOPIC 4 DQ2
Read Chapter 7 in Applying Theory to Generalist Social Work Practice.
Principles of Cognitive and Behavioral Theory (CBT) are discussed with
several examples of how CBT is applied. You are a case manager for a
homeless veteran named Sam. What three strategies from CBT would you
use and what specifically would you do? What questions would you ask?
What would you attempt to implement that helps Sam based on the CBT
model.
Answer:
If I was Sams social worker, the first thing I would like to do is get to know Sam. I would
like to learn more about Sam and be able to gain his trust. I would like to know on how he
became homeless. I would show him the out most respect. I would see if Sam has a goal and if
he does not have a goal, I would help him set a goal. I would also like to know if he has a
support system. Three CBT strategies cognitive behavioral, behavioral therapy, journaling. Some
of the question I would start off with. The first couple of question I would ask so I am able to get
