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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychotherapy

Background:

  • Group schema therapy integrates diverse therapeutic disciplines.
  • It targets identifying and modifying early maladaptive schemas and modes from childhood.
  • Therapeutic letters are explored as a strategy to enhance this process.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the utilization of therapeutic letters in group schema therapy.
  • To enhance the therapeutic process and support patient treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Narrative literature review on schema therapy and therapeutic letters.
  • Database searches (PubMed, PsycINFO, Google Scholar) using relevant keywords.
  • Clinical insights gathered from schema therapists via interviews.

Main Results:

  • Therapeutic letters facilitate processing of childhood-related emotions.
  • Patients complete letters as homework and share in group for peer support.
  • Techniques include "uncensored letter," "letter from the other shore," and others.
  • This process aids in reframing narratives and seeking forgiveness.

Conclusions:

  • Therapeutic letters are a valuable adjunct in group schema therapy.
  • They enhance the therapeutic process and support individual treatment.
  • Further research is needed to fully understand and maximize their potential.