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Which therapeutic intervention is MOST closely associated with uncovering unconscious conflicts through techniques like dream analysis and free association?
Which therapeutic intervention is MOST closely associated with uncovering unconscious conflicts through techniques like dream analysis and free association?
- Gestalt Therapy
- Adlerian Therapy
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Psychoanalytic Therapy (correct)
A therapist using a genogram to understand family patterns and communication is MOST likely practicing which type of therapy?
A therapist using a genogram to understand family patterns and communication is MOST likely practicing which type of therapy?
- Family Systems Therapy (correct)
- Reality Therapy
- Behavior Therapy
- Postmodern Therapy
Which therapy emphasizes the importance of social interest and overcoming feelings of inferiority?
Which therapy emphasizes the importance of social interest and overcoming feelings of inferiority?
- Feminist Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Psychoanalytic Therapy
- Adlerian Therapy (correct)
A client in therapy is encouraged to explore their sense of meaning and responsibility in the face of uncertainty. This approach aligns BEST with which therapeutic modality?
A client in therapy is encouraged to explore their sense of meaning and responsibility in the face of uncertainty. This approach aligns BEST with which therapeutic modality?
What is the PRIMARY focus of Person-Centered Therapy?
What is the PRIMARY focus of Person-Centered Therapy?
Which form of therapy encourages clients to focus on their awareness in the present moment, integrating thoughts, feelings, and actions?
Which form of therapy encourages clients to focus on their awareness in the present moment, integrating thoughts, feelings, and actions?
Exposure therapy and systematic desensitization are techniques MOST commonly associated with which approach?
Exposure therapy and systematic desensitization are techniques MOST commonly associated with which approach?
Which of the following therapies directly targets irrational beliefs and cognitive distortions to promote healthier thought patterns?
Which of the following therapies directly targets irrational beliefs and cognitive distortions to promote healthier thought patterns?
A therapist operating from a Reality Therapy perspective would emphasize what aspect of a client's life?
A therapist operating from a Reality Therapy perspective would emphasize what aspect of a client's life?
Addressing internalized oppression and promoting empowerment are central components of which therapeutic approach?
Addressing internalized oppression and promoting empowerment are central components of which therapeutic approach?
What is the PRIMARY focus of postmodern therapies, such as narrative therapy?
What is the PRIMARY focus of postmodern therapies, such as narrative therapy?
Which concept is MOST central to understanding Family Systems Therapy?
Which concept is MOST central to understanding Family Systems Therapy?
A therapist is helping a client re-author their problem-saturated stories. Which therapeutic approach are they MOST likely using?
A therapist is helping a client re-author their problem-saturated stories. Which therapeutic approach are they MOST likely using?
Which assessment tool is primarily used to explore early childhood memories in Adlerian Therapy?
Which assessment tool is primarily used to explore early childhood memories in Adlerian Therapy?
The Purpose in Life Test (PIL) and Meaning in Life Questionnaire (MLQ) are psychological tests MOST closely associated with which therapeutic approach?
The Purpose in Life Test (PIL) and Meaning in Life Questionnaire (MLQ) are psychological tests MOST closely associated with which therapeutic approach?
Active listening and reflective dialogue are key components of?
Active listening and reflective dialogue are key components of?
Which therapy uses the 'empty chair technique'?
Which therapy uses the 'empty chair technique'?
Which assessment tool aims to reveal unconscious conflicts and personality characteristics through the interpretation of abstract inkblots?
Which assessment tool aims to reveal unconscious conflicts and personality characteristics through the interpretation of abstract inkblots?
A psychosocial assessment measuring adaptability and cohesion within a family unit is MOST likely:
A psychosocial assessment measuring adaptability and cohesion within a family unit is MOST likely:
Which assessment is specifically designed to identify dysfunctional thought patterns?
Which assessment is specifically designed to identify dysfunctional thought patterns?
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Psychoanalytic Therapy
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Focuses on unconscious mind, childhood experiences, defense mechanisms, and psychosexual stages to resolve unconscious conflicts.
Adlerian Therapy
Adlerian Therapy
Addresses social interest, inferiority complexes, and striving for significance within the family constellation.
Existential Therapy
Existential Therapy
Emphasizes freedom, responsibility, meaning-making, and confronting existential anxiety to make choices.
Person-Centered Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
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Gestalt Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
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Behavior Therapy
Behavior Therapy
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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Reality Therapy
Reality Therapy
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Feminist Therapy
Feminist Therapy
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Postmodern Therapy
Postmodern Therapy
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Family Systems Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
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Study Notes
Psychoanalytic Therapy
- Focuses on the unconscious mind, childhood experiences, defense mechanisms, and psychosexual stages
- Aims to resolve unconscious conflicts to create greater self-awareness and balance in the ego
- Repressed emotions and unresolved childhood conflicts are considered unhealthy personality aspects
- Therapeutic interventions include free association, dream analysis, transference analysis, and interpretation
- Psychological tests/assessments used are the Rorschach Inkblot Test, Thematic Apperception Test (TAT), and Sentence Completion Test
Adlerian Therapy
- Centers around social interest, inferiority complex, striving for significance, and family constellation
- Healthy personalities are socially connected, goal-oriented, and have a sense of belonging
- Feelings of inferiority and self-centeredness are considered unhealthy
- Therapeutic interventions include lifestyle assessment, encouragement, reorientation, and exploring early memories
- Psychological tests/assessments used are the Adlerian Lifestyle Assessment and Early Recollections Assessment
Existential Therapy
- Key concepts include freedom, responsibility, meaning-making, and existential anxiety
- Aims to help individuals accept uncertainty and make responsible choices
- Avoidance of responsibility and existential guilt are considered unhealthy
- Therapeutic interventions involve confronting fears, exploring meaning, and increasing self-awareness
- Psychological tests/assessments used are the Existential Anxiety Questionnaire (EAQ), Purpose in Life Test (PIL), and Meaning in Life Questionnaire (MLQ)
Person-Centered Therapy
- Emphasizes unconditional positive regard, empathy, congruence, and self-actualization
- Self-acceptance and congruence between self and experience are considered healthy
- Incongruence and a lack of self-worth are considered unhealthy
- Therapeutic interventions include active listening, empathetic understanding, and reflective dialogue
- A psychological test/assessment used is the Q-Sort Assessment, Personal Growth Initiative Scale (PGIS)
Gestalt Therapy
- Revolves around awareness, here-and-now experience, unfinished business, and responsibility
- Focuses on present awareness, integrated thoughts, feelings, and actions
- Fragmented self and unresolved emotions are considered unhealthy
- Experiential exercises, role-playing, and the empty-chair technique are used in therapy
- Psychological tests/assessments used are the Gestalt Therapy Rating Scale (GTRS) and Awareness Questionnaire (AQ)
Behavior Therapy
- Key concepts include classical conditioning, operant conditioning, reinforcement, and modeling
- Adaptive behaviors and effective coping strategies define a healthy personality
- Maladaptive behaviors, conditioned responses, and learned helplessness are considered unhealthy
- Behavior modification, exposure therapy, desensitization, and reinforcement are used therapeutically
- Psychological tests/assessments used are the Behavioral Assessment System for Children (BASC) and Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA)
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Centers around automatic thoughts, cognitive distortions, schemas, and core beliefs
- Focuses on rational and balanced thinking and emotional regulation
- Irrational beliefs and negative self-talk are considered unhealthy
- Cognitive restructuring, thought monitoring, and behavioral experiments are therapeutic interventions
- Psychological tests/assessments used are the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), and Dysfunctional Attitude Scale (DAS)
Reality Therapy
- Explores choice theory, personal responsibility, and five basic needs
- Focusing on responsible behavior and fulfilling relationships defines a healthy personality
- Irresponsibility, blaming, and a lack of meaningful relationships are considered unhealthy
- Therapeutic interventions include problem-solving, action planning, and exploring choices
- Psychological tests/assessments used are the Quality of Life Inventory (QOLI) and Reality Therapy Needs Assessment (RTNA)
Feminist Therapy
- Utilizes social constructs, empowerment, gender roles, and intersectionality
- Being empowered, self-aware, valuing equality defines a healthy personality
- Internalized oppression and low self-esteem are considered unhealthy
- Consciousness-raising, assertiveness training, and advocacy are applied therapeutically
- Psychological tests/assessments used are the Feminist Therapy Process Scale (FTPS) and Bem Sex Role Inventory (BSRI)
Postmodern Therapy
- Embraces social constructionism, narrative, language, and multiple perspectives
- Having a flexible identity and adaptive self-narratives defines a healthy personality
- Rigid self-concept defines an unhealthy personality
- Narrative therapy, externalizing conversations, and reconstructing narratives are therapeutic interventions
- Focuses on narrative analysis and client self-reporting
Family Systems Therapy
- Explores interconnectedness, differentiation, multigenerational patterns, and triangulation
- Differentiation of self and healthy family boundaries are associated with healthy personalities
- Enmeshment, triangulation, and unresolved family conflicts are considered unhealthy
- Genograms, role analysis, reframing, and communication training are used therapeutically
- Psychological tests/assessments used are the Family Environment Scale (FES), Genogram Assessment, and Family Adaptability and Cohesion Evaluation Scales (FACES)
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