many types of therapy, two of those include group therapy and individual counseling. Group therapy consists of a group of people who meet with a therapist or counselor for the purpose of sharing their problems and providing support for each other. Individual counseling consists of a person (client) meeting with a counselor or therapist one-on-one to discuss whatever problems they may be having. Although both methods of counseling are valuable, for the purpose of this portion of research, group therapy
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Christian Counseling attempts to provide encouragement and guidance for those who are facing losses, decisions, or disappointments. Counseling can stimulate personality growth and development, help people cope more effectively with the problems of living, with inner conflict, and with crippling emotions, assist individuals, family members, and married couples to resolve interpersonal tensions or relate effectively to one another and assist persons whose life patterns are self-defeating and causing
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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Abstract Counseling has been in existence from the beginning of time. From Jethro to Freud, therapists and philosophers have been seeking insight into the core of human nature and cognitions. Cognitive-Behavioral therapy (CBT) recognizes that faulty cognitions and beliefs affect the behaviors of individuals. One method of cognitive-behavior therapy, reality therapy, incorporates the concepts of free choice and personal responsibility that are taught both in Scripture
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individual’s distinctive character. The explanation of the uniqueness of an individual, their similarities and differences is the definition of a personality theory. A personality theory explains everything about a person. It takes more than one personality theory to explain all of the characteristics of an individual. Although there are many personality theories, they are organized under psychoanalytic perspective, humanistic perspective, social cognitive perspective and trait perspective. Psychoanalytic perspective
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PYC4809 Section A 1. Person- centred Psychotherapy Carl Rogers (1920-1987) was one of the most influential pioneers and inspiration behind person-centred psychotherapy. Rogers and his colleagues where innovators that refined the concepts and methods of person-centred therapy and that would later become one of the most influential and controversial of therapeutic approaches. During the 1940’s Rogers developed nondirective counselling. His theory was developed in four stages over the span
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values requires that we, as professionals, carefully consider the principles and values that guide our actions. (Cathcart, 2000; Seligman and Reichenberg, 2010; Dufresne and McKenzie, 2009) Running head: Self Reflection 20 References American Counseling Association (ACA). (2005). ACA code of ethics . ACA_2005_Ethical_Code.pdf . Retrieved from www.counseling.org/Files/FD.ashx?guid=ab7c1272-71c4-46cf-848c American
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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
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Personal Characteristics and Behaviors Julie Mayfield Walden University Personal Characteristics and Behaviors This paper will address the personal characteristics and behaviors that the counselor needs to posess to connect with their clients and build the trust necessary to develop a therapeutic alliance. I will discuss my personal counseling strengths and possible client issues that could be a challenge for me to deal with if I have not totally dealt with my past. I will also list two
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Cognitive Therapy for Depression Cognitive Therapy also known as (CT) is a form of psychotherapy that was developed by the psychiatrist Aaron T. Beck. This style of therapy is one that can change the unrealistic views and way of thinking of the client. This paper will discuss Cognitive Therapy for Depression on children, adults, the evidence that supports CT, and the disadvantages and advantages of CT. This paper will also discuss on how certain life experiences can cause psychological distress
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Running Head: CONFLICT Metaphoric Conflict Resolution Mariah Sanchez University of the Rockies: ORG 7270: Theories and Techniques in Group Counseling & Psychotherapy Dr. Alison Walls January 10, 2010 Metaphoric Conflict Resolution Conflict arises when two incompatible opinions intersect. Alternatively, conflict resolution should lead to a reduction in the severity of the conflicting intersection. Conflict can be a valuable experience when managed effectively and constructively
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