Intervención psicoterapéutica con enfoque Integrativo en un adulto varón con dependencia de cocaína: caso clínico

Abstract

Abstract: The present clinical case deals with a 29-year-old user, with a diagnosis of Mental Disorder and of behavior due to cocaine consumption, with dependence syndrome, in the currently abstinent, in a protected environment (F14.21). The process is detailed from evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and outcomes; In the first instance the application was made of reliable and psychometrically validated psychological reagents that facilitated reaching a accurate diagnosis for subsequent intervention with an integrative approach, based on the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with sufficient empirical evidence in the treatment of addictions and Gestalt Therapy to close situations from the past that impact the present. The application of techniques such as training in social skills and coping, self-control techniques, conflict resolution, relapse prevention, among others; allowed a notable change and improvement of the client's problems, acquiring tools and strategies necessary for their reintegration into society. The effectiveness of Treatment was contrasted by applying post-tests and observation sheets.