CPT Chapter 2: Psychology of Behavior Change

Maintenance

Fifth stage of change where client is sustaining their new, healthy behavior for more than 6 months.

Pre-Contemplation

First stage of change where client is in denial, or ignorant, that a change is necessary, possible, or worth the effort within the next 6 months

Action

Fourth stage of change where client is engaged in change behavior for < 6 months; new behavior is not fully stabilized.

Contemplation

Second stage of change where client contemplates making a change in the next 6 months, but is reluctant to change.

Preparation

Third stage of change where client commits to making a change in the target behavior within 30 days; engages in preparation activities (buys apparel or equipment, signs up for gym membership, collects information, initiates the hire of a personal trainer)