Counselling Techniques and Non-Verbal Communication Quiz
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What is the purpose of using 'openers' in counselling techniques?

  • To confront the client
  • To reflect the client's feelings
  • To provide solutions to the client's problems
  • To encourage the client to talk (correct)

Which non-verbal cue is essential in empathic understanding during counselling sessions?

  • Avoiding eye contact
  • Leaning forward (correct)
  • Keeping a closed posture
  • Crossing arms

What is the primary purpose of Paraphrasing in counselling?

  • To confront the client's behavior
  • To judge the client's actions
  • To escalate the client's anger
  • To prevent miscommunication (correct)

Why is it important for counselors to use Clarifying responses?

<p>To prevent misunderstandings (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'invitation to talk' refer to in counselling openers?

<p>Encouraging the client to share their thoughts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should counselors be comfortable with silence during counseling sessions?

<p>To give clients space to process their thoughts and feelings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What advice does the therapist give to the client in terms of responding?

<p>To pause and think before answering (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Dr. Nina Spadaro, what is one key aspect to consider when using various techniques in counseling sessions?

<p>The client's cognitive impairment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should a therapist consider the client's goals according to the text?

<p>Throughout all therapy sessions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Carl Gustav Jung, how should therapists approach their theories when interacting with clients?

<p>Adapt theories based on client needs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of reflective listening in counseling?

<p>To show empathy and promote self-reflection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a counseling session, what is the purpose of reflecting feelings?

<p>To help clients identify and name their feelings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does reflective listening differ from paraphrasing?

<p>Reflective listening focuses on feelings, while paraphrasing focuses on content. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does reflecting the counselor's feelings benefit the counseling process?

<p>By showing empathy, introducing new perspectives, and promoting self-reflection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should we not provide answers to our clients?

<p>It encourages clients to articulate answers themselves, leading to deeper encoding and processing. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the 'psychoeducation' approach differ from counselling skills?

<p>Psychoeducation involves providing answers directly to clients. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it mentioned that therapists seldom 'tell' clients in the discussed communication style?

<p>The approach seeks to steer clients towards articulating their own answers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should therapists approach guiding clients towards solutions?

<p>By asking appropriate questions or making comments to steer clients in the right direction. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of providing feedback in counselling?

<p>To offer a different perspective on a situation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In counselling, what does confrontation involve?

<p>Pointing out discrepancies between client's thoughts and actions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a counsellor balance when feeling angered by a client's words?

<p>Transparency and non-judgment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does analytical listening differ from regular listening?

<p>Analytical listening looks at the intention behind client's behavior (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of acknowledging the intention behind a client's behavior?

<p>To understand what need the behavior fulfills (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When providing feedback in counselling, what is essential for maintaining a positive environment?

<p>Offering non-judgmental and supportive feedback (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Carl Rogers consider a crucial aspect for achieving an individual's ideal self?

<p>Unconditional positive regard and genuine communication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Carl Rogers' view on personality development and self-concept?

<p>Everyone has a need for positive regard and the key to a healthy personality is developing a positive self-concept (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of the therapist in Humanistic Therapy according to Carl Rogers?

<p>Providing unconditional positive regard and genuine communication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for psychological problems according to Carl Rogers' Humanistic Therapy approach?

<p>Discrepancy between real self and ideal self (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Carl Rogers describe the therapist's role in Humanistic Therapy?

<p>To guide the client towards their ideal self through unconditional positive regard (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does humanistic therapy differ from other therapeutic models regarding the therapist's role in guiding clients?

<p>Humanistic therapy focuses on allowing clients to discover their own path. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for therapists to consider cognitive impairment when using various techniques in counseling sessions?

<p>To tailor techniques that accommodate any limitations in cognitive functioning. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does reflective listening in humanistic therapy differ from paraphrasing?

<p>Reflective listening involves mirroring the client's feelings, while paraphrasing emphasizes understanding the content. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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