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A self-determination theory approach to psychotherapy: The motivational basis for effective change.

Ryan, Richard M., Deci, Edward L.·2008·Canadian Psychology / Psychologie canadienne

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The application of self-determination theory (SDT) to psychotherapy is particularly relevant because a central task of therapy is to support the client to autonomously explore, identify, initiate, and sustain a process of change. In this article, the authors discuss the experimental work, field studies, and clinical trials representing the application of SDT to the domain of psychotherapy. Evidence supports the importance of client autonomy for the attainment and maintenance of treatment outcomes. In addition, intervention studies suggest that therapist autonomy support enhances the likelihood that treatment gains will be achieved and maintained. The authors discuss some of the processes involved in enhancing autonomy, including the role of awareness, the importance of exploring and challenging introjects and external regulations, attention to need-related goal contents, and therapist attitudes required for a therapy approach that is process- rather than outcome-focused.

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Authors: Ryan, R. M., & Deci, E. L.
Affiliations: University of Rochester (US)
ORCID: Ryan, Richard M.
Deci, Edward L.
Venue: Canadian Psychology / Psychologie canadienne
Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA)
Published: 2008-08
Volume: 49
Issue: 3
Pages: 186-193
ISSN: 0708-5591 (ISSN-L)
1878-7304
DOI: 10.1037/a0012753
OpenAlex: W2170728205
Cited by: 629
References: 57
Citations by year: 2026: 26 · 2025: 43 · 2024: 48 · 2023: 41 · 2022: 48 · 2021: 33 · 2020: 57 · 2019: 38 · 2018: 36 · 2017: 38 · 2016: 34 · 2015: 37 · 2014: 42 · 2013: 22 · 2012: 34
FWCI: 23.18
Type: journal article
Language: en
Open access: closed
Locations: Canadian Psychology/Psychologie canadienne (publishedVersion)
Research Bank (Australian Catholic University) (submittedVersion)
Topics: Social Sciences › Psychology › Social Psychology › Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports
Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › Psychotherapy Techniques and Applications
Social Sciences › Psychology › Applied Psychology › Behavioral Health and Interventions
Keywords: self-determination theory, psychotherapy, client autonomy, motivation, treatment modification, maintenance of treatment effects, introjects, external regulation, process-oriented therapy, therapist attitudes

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