Treatment Goals
The next phase of Mark’s therapy involved the establishment of treatment goals. His primary objective was alleviating his PTSD symptoms to facilitate his return to work, this being his main incentive for seeking therapy. Which raised the question: how could therapy alleviate those symptoms?
Using an acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) model, Dr. Tull aimed to address the aspects of psychological inflexibility driving Mark’s PTSD symptoms. Key treatment goals included: