Questions and Answers
What is the purpose of this book?
To survey 11 counseling and psychotherapy approaches, presenting the key concepts of each approach and discussing the therapeutic process, the client-therapist relationship, and specific procedures used in the practice of counseling.
What is personal integration in counseling?
A framework for counseling that suggests synthesizing concepts and techniques from different approaches sensibly without merely amassing pieces that support biases.
Is theoretical pluralism valid in counseling practice?
True
How should one go about personal synthesis or integration of counseling approaches?
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Which of the following are Contemporary Counseling Models that pertain to Psychodynamic Approaches? (Select all that apply)
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Which therapies are included in Contemporary Counseling Models: Experiential and Relationship-Oriented Therapies? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following are Cognitive Behavioral Approaches? (Select all that apply)
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What is Psychoanalytic therapy?
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What does Adlerian therapy emphasize?
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What does the Existential Approach focus on in therapy?
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What is the foundation of Person-centered therapy?
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What does Gestalt Therapy emphasize?
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What principles does Behavior Therapy apply?
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Who founded Cognitive behavior therapy?
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What is Choice theory/Reality therapy focused on?
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Study Notes
Purpose of the Book
- Surveys 11 counseling and psychotherapy approaches.
- Discusses key concepts, therapeutic processes, client-therapist relationships, and specific procedures.
Personal Integration
- Recommended framework for counseling suggested by Corey.
- Encourages synthesis of diverse concepts and techniques without bias-driven accumulation.
Theoretical Pluralism
- Validates the use of multiple theories in practice as an integrative approach.
- Acknowledges the diverse backgrounds and circumstances of clients.
Personal Synthesis or Integration Process
- Begin with an overview of various approaches.
- Focus deeply on one particular approach for comprehensive understanding, requiring years of research.
Contemporary Counseling Models: Psychodynamic Approaches
- Comprises Psychoanalytic therapy and Adlerian therapy.
Contemporary Counseling Models: Experiential and Relationship-Oriented Therapies
- Includes Existential therapy, Person-centered therapy, and Gestalt therapy.
Contemporary Counseling Models: Cognitive Behavioral Approaches
- Encompasses Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Choice Theory/Reality Therapy.
Contemporary Counseling Models: Systems and Postmodern Approaches
- Features Feminist Therapy, Postmodern Approaches, and Family Systems Therapy.
Psychoanalytic Therapy
- Developed by Sigmund Freud, focusing on unconscious factors motivating behavior.
Adlerian Therapy
- Originated by Alfred Adler, emphasizing responsibility, personal destiny, and meaningful life goals.
- Popularized in the U.S. by Rudolf Dreikurs.
Existential Approach
- Associated with Frankl, May, and Yalom, highlighting human existence and the therapeutic relationship.
- Focuses on choice, freedom, responsibility, and self-determination.
Person-Centered Therapy
- Developed by Carl Rogers in the 1940s as a nondirective alternative to psychoanalysis.
- Emphasizes therapist attitudes and client self-direction without intervention.
Gestalt Therapy
- Created by Fritz Perls, focusing on awareness and integration.
- Promotes emotional expression and utilizes experiments to enhance present-moment awareness.
Behavior Therapy
- Rooted in principles of learning as espoused by B.F. Skinner and Albert Bandura.
- Targets specific behavioral problems for resolution.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Founded by Albert Ellis (rational emotive behavior therapy) and A.T. Beck (cognitive therapy).
- Emphasizes challenging inaccurate beliefs and automatic thoughts leading to behavioral issues.
Choice Theory/Reality Therapy
- Developed by William Glasser, centers around client responsibility in the present.
- Aims to help clients find effective strategies for meeting their needs.
Feminist Therapy
- Highlights the social, political, and economic factors contributing to psychological issues in women.
Postmodern Approaches
- Includes social constructionism, solution-focused brief therapy, and narrative therapy.
- Asserts that reality is socially constructed rather than singularly defined.
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This quiz covers the key concepts from chapters 1 to 3 of the book 'Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy' by Corey. It explores various counseling approaches, the therapeutic process, and the dynamics of the client-therapist relationship. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of foundational principles in counseling.