...Adlerian Therapy Abstract The Adlerian approach stresses definable stages and techniques and is widely practiced in school and institutional settings. Its popularity can be attributed to its hopefulness and its useful application in multiple settings, such as in groups or families. Even as more research needs to be conducted on its practice, this approach remains a popular way of working with people of all stages and backgrounds. It emphasizes the future, holism, and choice and focuses on the importance of childhood and behavioral goals. Ordinal family positions, lifestyle, and the importance of socialization and encouragement are a few areas that have made strong contributions to the helping professions. Named after Alfred Adler, Adlerian therapy basically highlights birth order, individual life styles, social interests, and concepts pertaining to inferiority and superiority as principle components of personality. For Adler, psychological health is determined by the level of social contribution beneficial to the greater community. Social contribution is increased through the reduction of mistaken beliefs, which frequently lead to maladaptive feelings of inferiority or superiority. Helping clients to identify and change their beliefs about self, others and life, the basic goal of the Adlerian approach helps clients to participate more in a social world. (Corey 2009) Strengths Adlerian therapy is diverse...
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...Michael Foster PSY 100 Professor Carl Rogers Assignment 1: Written Summary of a Research Article In the article, Adlerian “ Encouragement” and the Therapeutic Process of Solution–Focused Brief Therapy the authors Richard E. Watts and Dale Pietrzak are comparing the overlooked similarities between Alfred Adler’s theories to the more current theories of the solution-focused brief therapy (SFTB) who give no credit to Adler. Though there are many similarities, the article focused on the concept of using encouragement by a therapist to their client to promote personal growth and development rather than on the limitations of a person. These same theories are very similar to the SFBT teachings of today. The article goes into detail sighting three areas of similarities between Adler’s theories and the therapeutic process of the SFTB. Those three areas are the perspective of maladjustment, counselor-client relationship and facilitating change. For the perspective on maladjustment each believe their clients are discouraged and without encouragement but not psychologically sick. In the case of the counselor –client relationship both describe the counselor-client relationship as the counselor instilling hope through encouragement. In the case of facilitating a change both parties encourage new patterns of behavior by accessing persons strength and resources. I agree with the authors finding based on the fact that the authors were able to document with actual statements from...
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...Adlerian Theory Alfred Alder, a contemporary of Freud, chose to distance himself from Freud and his theories of human behavior. Alder developed his own approach to therapy based on his belief that people’s behaviors and skills are a result of their experiences and emotions. This belief led to the development of the Adlerian Theory, also known as Individual Psychology (Seligman & Reichenberg, 2014). Core Constructs of Adlerian Theory Adler believed that people have a self-image that guides their decisions, and that their self-image is a direct result of their childhood. Adler also believed that people are socially motivated and that a person’s actions are purposeful and aimed at meeting goals (Seligman & Reichenberg, 2014). Adler also felt that birth order and family constellation impacted a person’s self-image. It was Adler’s belief that helping people understand their own private logic and how it impacts their lifestyle choices will help the client to reframe their faulty perceptions of themselves and in turn, make improved lifestyle choices. Adlerian Theory in Action In our video vignette, Dr. Carlson is continuing to learn about Gina’s lifestyle. Dr. Carlson asks Gina to describe herself in order to understand how she sees herself. Gina states that she is determined. Dr. Carlson asks her what she is determined to do, and she responds she is determined to be happy and for her children to be happy. By asking what she is determined to do, Dr. Carlson is able...
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...different types of therapy approaches on counseling. I know from my bachelors work and now that I do not feel like I connect with just one therapeutic approach. I like many different theoretical models and found myself wanting to develop an integrated therapy approach using bits and pieces from multiple therapies to create my own form of counseling. I feel that an integrated approach would best suit me as a counselor and an individual. Developing the appropriate counseling type is all dependent on the counselor's worldviews as well as those of the clients. Since I do not connect with just one theory of counseling, my worldview is very integrated. As a future mental health counselor, it is important for me to be aware of the different theoretical approaches and what best fits with me. The best way to...
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...23, 2012 The Theory of Helping In this paper our team chose to do the model or theory of helping on the Adlerian therapy. The team will be discussing the history of the development of this theory, the beliefs on which this therapy is based, The important contributors of the theory, the theory of helping, the relationship the helper and the client, the kinds of problems that can be addressed with this theory, the population on which this technique is used. The multicultural issues in using this approach as well as what we have found during our research for the Adlerian therapy. The History: The history of Adlerian Theory was inspired by Freudian psychoanalysis. The foundering philosopher and psychiatrist was Alfred Adler (1870-1937) born in Vienna and later came to the USA in 1934; it was reinforced and strengthens by Rudolf Dreikurs in America. It was circulated throughout American elementary schools during the guidance movement by Don Dinkmeyer. (Adlerian Psychotherapy, 2009, para. 3) The Adlerian Theory started with Adler addressing the crucial and contemporary issues as equality, parent education, the influence of birth order, lifestyle, and the holism of individuals” (a.ukn., 2012, Para. 1). Theory Beliefs: Adler started his theory on the belief that we all have one basic desire and goal: to belong and to feel significant. Adlerian Psychology focuses on people’s efforts to compensate for their self-perceived inferiority to others. Alder stressed...
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...Ethical Maturation: A Journey without End Alfred Adler Graduate School Cris Roman Submitted as partial fulfillment of the requirements for Course #521: taught by Dan Haugen, Ph.D. The timing of this one-credit add-on to the course on Values, Ethics and Legalities could not come at a better time for me, given the imminent approach of the completion of my coursework at AGS and the necessity for me to make decisions about what I am going to do following my graduation from the school. In truth, the commencement of my studies at Adler almost two years ago stemmed from far different goals and aspirations than those I have now. I was neither a fresh-faced young grad student trying to carve out a niche for myself in a bewildering array of psychological vocational opportunities nor was I mid-career professional looking to make some course corrections. Instead, I was an older guy, arguably in the midst of some adjustment disorder due to the dissolution of a 21-year marriage and dislocation from decades of corporate work, looking to reconnect with youthful ideals and the sense that my greatest work lay in the service of others. Adler seemed the perfect place to build upon my undergraduate psychology credentials and perhaps reposition me for career advancement in an altruistic, as opposed to purely profit-motivated, environment. More importantly, it was a place where I thought I could rediscover a sense of purpose and start to piece together my broken...
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...Clinical Community Counseling Johns Hopkins University Fall 2008 2 Identifying Information Anna1 is a seven year old Caucasian female of low socioeconomic status. She lives in Pasadena with her paternal aunt and her aunt’s husband, who are Anna’s legal guardians. Also living with them are Anna’s five year old brother, their seven year old female cousin, and Anna’s paternal grandparents. Nature of Referral Anna was brought to counseling by her aunt, who was recommended to bring Anna to therapy by her pediatrician. Anna and her brother were removed from their biological parents’ home in 2004 due to severe neglect. Anna’s aunt also suspects that Anna was a victim of physical abuse by her biological parents. Since being removed from her biological parents’ home, Anna has expressed confusion about her living situation. Her main presenting issue, however, is her low self-esteem, which is focused mostly on her hearing aids and weight. Relevant History Psychiatric. This is Anna’s first time in therapy and she has no prior psychiatric history or substance abuse. Family. Anna has a family history significant for depression, anxiety, ADHD, alcoholism, substance abuse, domestic violence, and suicide. Anna’s biological mother has an 11 year old son from a previous marriage who lived with Anna until she was removed from the home. Anna’s biological parents also have another daughter living with them who is one year old. When Anna lived with her biological parents, she was exposed to domestic...
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...Adler viewed each person as a unique individual and believed that a person could only be known through the examination of one’s perceptions of the world (Seligman & Reichenberg, 2014). His individual psychology theory has provided an excellent theoretical framework and intervention techniques for individuals, couples, and families since its inception. Sherman and Dinkmeyer proposed empirical evidence that suggested that components of Adlerian therapy were an integrative approach spanning 66 psychotherapeutic models (Dinkmeyer & Sperry, 2000). While Adler was ahead of his time in many regards with his theories and practices, his view of homosexuality as pathology is quite outdated. Nevertheless, Adlerian theory and techniques have a valid role in counseling the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community. This literature review will examine the core tendencies of Adler’s individual psychology as well as early Adlerian attitudes and misconceptions about homosexuality. It will then assess the modern applicability of Adlerian theory in the LGBT community as a whole. Adler’s Individual Psychology The theory of individual psychology is rooted around the core belief that healthy individuals have social interest and compassion for other people (Gladding, 2005). Adler’s concepts place emphasis on the uniqueness and unity of each individual. He believed that all individuals strive to become successful and strive for growth. According to Adler, people are not victims...
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...It is imperative that every good counselor obtains a theory as a primary basis for therapy and there are many reasons why. A good theory signifies terms and conditions when coping with clients. For example, therapists who treat behavior might use cognitive or behavioral therapy as a way towards treating a client. Other therapists who focus on past behavior might use Freud as a means for relaying or treating past experiences (Hergenhahn & Olson, 2007). Those wanting to treat clients in a holistic or unique approach may be disposed to using yunginns theories as a method for therapy (Hergenhahn & Olson, 2007). Without a good source for treatment many therapists would be lost in terms of how to handle a client. Theories are also based on...
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...Video Analysis Tiera Cross, Stephanie Jones, Marialuz Malasan, Scott Wilson, Brenda San Roman CCMH/506 March 02, 2015 Becky Day Video Analysis A psychological saying that I enjoy is “It's all in the mind (Harrison, 2015).” As a team we viewed two videos. One of these videos dealt with the Adlerian theory and the other with Psychoanalytic theory. The learning team broke these videos down according to technique, strengths, weaknesses, and style. The psychoanalytical theory video used several different techniques. The video starts with the client lying on the couch with the therapist sitting beside the client making no eye contact. This technique allows the client to speak freely without feeling reserved or intimidated. The therapist took notes throughout the session. This is called active listening and proves the therapist was invested in what the client had to say. The therapist also showed a level of neutrality to help foster a transference relationship. The video of psychoanalytic counseling reflected basic techniques such as free association, transference, resistance, and also dream interpretation. Free association was conducted by eliminating outside stimulus. This was mitigated by having the client position themselves on the couch and become comfortable. Free association was also used during dream analysis technique giving the therapist an indication on transference and insecurities. This tool helped to uncover unresolved problems, fears, needs, and...
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...Adlerian Approach with Abby Sylvia Montalvo Walden University Adlerian Approach with Abby The therapeutic approach in the case profile of a client named Abby after an assessment is given, and a summary is developed based on the information collected is the Adlerian approach. According to the COUN 6722 study notes, Abby is a 57 year-old African American women who came into the office seeking counseling. Abby works part-time as a free-lance editor. Abby has a bachelor’s degree in literature. Abby is married to her husband Ron who was diagnosed two months ago. Abby has a difficult time accepting that her husband was diagnosed with cancer (Walden University, 2012). She cannot cope with the situation, therefore Ron’s brother is the one who takes him to have his treatments, and to his doctor’s appointments. Abby is depressed, and spends her time crying, sleeping, has lost her appetite, and feels fatigued. She feels guilty that she is not supportive toward her husband (Walden University, 2012). Abby has always believed to be hopeless throughout her life. She has low self-esteem, and believes that everyone around her has a better life than she does, though she has lived comfortably. Abby has expressed that she suffered from migraine headaches in her twenties, which has become worse over the years (Walden University, 2012). Doctors have prescribed medications for the migraines, which has not been effective. Abbey claims that she drinks alcohol two...
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...potential of a holistic view of mind, body, and spirit when it is incorporated into the therapeutic process (Morrison, Clutter, Pritchett & Demmitt, 2009). Learning a clients spiritual history, faith preferences, and commitments is a critical assessment priority (Greggo & Lawrence, 2012). As a counselor I find it very important to focus on the clients behaviors, thoughts and spiritual needs. I would address the clients thoughts and behaviors by using pieces of Adlerian therapy while using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help the client learn new behaviors. I also find it important to address the clients spiriautal needs and how beliefs play a role in their treatment. When working in a secultar setting, I believe it is hard for counselors to know the best way to incorporate a clients spiritual delimas and needs while working in a therapeutic environment. I personally value and prefer this particular cognitive-behavioral orientation because I believe that it helps the client focus on the therapy as a learning process. The client learns new ways to cope with problems more effectively. Cognitive-behavioral theory stresses the role of thinking, deciding, questioning, doing, and re-deciding (put in own words) I chose CBT because it is the theory that helps the patient get the quickest result in helping relive the clients suffering Often, I find it best to choose CBT techniques to treat acute symptoms. Clients often require some cognitive reorientation, or need to...
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...Personal Model of Helping Randi DeSmit BSHS312 April 22, 2011 Dr. Princess Clarke Strengths and Limitations in Theories My personal model of helping includes basic ideas from Adlerian, existential, and person-centered theories and includes emphasis from behaviorism, gestalt, rational - emotive, and reality theories. I have formed my viewpoint from the vast frame up of techniques also methods I have chosen since one impression or single chosen emphasis does not number all aspects I believe to be addressed in order to be a sufficient helper. I will explain why I formed my viewpoint from each of the theories I have selected, identify strengths further limitations, and again discuss multicultural issues. The first theory I am going to cover in my diagram of helping is the Adlerian theory. I am not to say that I would put an emphasis on social interests but feel that having an understanding of others outside oneself is a weighty angle of developing wisdom about interconnectedness within one's environment. I also believe family order needs to be considered, because at times, roles are assigned also “reinforced by societal norms “(Cicirelli, 1994). Family constellation needs to personify considered, seeing the conditions within a family unit can affect behavior development and personality (Merriam - Webster, Incorporated, 2010). Forgiving a client’s former influences often helps notice details that are not completely apparent during treatment. In that example...
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...Counseling of Counseling or Psychotherapy Introduction This application paper will discuss my personal theory of counseling or psychotherapy in a number of different areas. Specifically, I will discuss the seven areas of interest. First, I will discuss and describe my basic view of human nature, Second, I will determine key factors that account for changes in behavior. Third, I will describe the nature of the therapist client relationship and its importance. Fourth, I will describe key functions and role of the therapist. Fifth, I will discuss the goals of therapy. Sixth, I will determine the techniques and theories of my approach. Seventh, I will discuss specific client issues best suited for my approach. (Walden University, 2012). In this paper I plan to describe and explain my own personal model for counseling. My personal model of counseling uses Gestalt Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy and Adlerian Therapy which I think complement one another well My Basic View of Human Nature My basic view of human nature is a combination of Person -Centered, Gestalt and Existential theories of counseling (Corey, 2013a). I believe that we are all searching for what it means to be human. I also believe that people are both the product and the process of their choices that are influenced by thoughts and emotions. Self-awareness in the individual leads to greater freedom in the...
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...Book Analysis Robert J. Barnett Olivet Nazarene University Theories and Techniques of Counseling II MAPC 20 - PSYC 611 Professor Tina Burton September 25, 2014 Certification of Authorship: I certify that I am the author of this paper and that any assistance I received in its preparation is fully acknowledged and disclosed in the paper. I have also cited any sources from which I used data, ideas, or words, either quoted directly or paraphrased. I also certify that this paper was prepared by me specifically for the purpose of this assignment. Robert J. Barnett Introduction: What Jim Collin’s epic book Good to Great is to the business and leadership world, Len Sperry and Jon Carlson’s book, How Master Therapists Work (2014) is to the field of psychotherapy and counseling. Both books tell us with vivid accuracy what key qualities separate the best of the best from simply being good at what you do. Len Sperry, MD, PhD, ABPP and Jon Carlson PsyD, EdD, ABPP. and their subject matter are of great interest to me. The subtitle captures the heart of the book’s content and the quintessence of what I want to learn more about, Effecting Change from the First through the Last Session and Beyond. I felt very inadequate as I began practicum concurrent with starting the MAPC program in August, 2013 (still do). Adding the privilege of doing practicum in a real clinic right from the start with real clients resulted in a high motivation to learn quickly in...
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