Assessment and Treatment of Military Sexual Trauma and Institutional Betrayal Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: A Case Study
Date of Award
2020
Document Type
Doctoral Research Paper
Degree Name
Psy.D.
Organizational Unit
Graduate School of Professional Psychology
First Advisor
Ragnar Storaasli
Second Advisor
Mark Aoyagi
Third Advisor
Trey Cole
Fourth Advisor
Kathryn Barrs
Keywords
Military sexual trauma, Acceptance and commitment therapy, Institutional betrayal, Posttraumatic stress disorder
Abstract
Military sexual trauma (MST), Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and institutional betrayal are issues that affect an increasing number of male and female military service members. MST, PTSD, and institutional betrayal share experiential avoidance components leading to a loss of meaning in one’s life and other long-term consequences. However, few studies have examined the interactional effects of these three factors and how they impact functioning of service members and veterans. Given the high comorbidity of these factors, it would be helpful to identify interventions that could target the multiple underlying mechanisms associated with these constructs. In this case study, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy will be applied for an individual with MST experiences, PTSD, and military institutional betrayal. Assessment measures, case formulation, treatment plans, and recommendations for clinicians will be proposed.
Publication Statement
Copyright held by the author. Permanently suppressed.
Extent
43 pgs
Recommended Citation
Haney, Tiffany, "Assessment and Treatment of Military Sexual Trauma and Institutional Betrayal Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: A Case Study" (2020). Graduate School of Professional Psychology: Doctoral Papers and Masters Projects. 385.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/capstone_masters/385