Interventions
The goal of the applied model is to provide clinicians with a tool of broad clinical utility. The
applied model will allow clinicians to develop rapid case conceptualizations for a variety of clinical
presentations. Furthermore, clinicians can apply the model to yield specific theory-driven
interventions for treatment. Each component of the model represents a point for therapeutic
intervention; however, many of the interventions overlap and will likely influence the remaining
components. An individual seeking treatment may present with complaints related to one
component of the model (e.g., situation, belief, focus, or behavior) or a combination of all four.
We propose that addressing one component will lead to symptom reduction; however, the most
elegant and durable therapeutic approach is one that addresses each of the components. The following
sections provide examples of interventions associated with the belief, focus, and behavior
components of the GCM.