Theory & Practice of Counseling & Psychotherapy, Gerald Corey (Dr. Payne) Ch. 1-5 Study Questions with Answers

Theory & Practice of Counseling & Psychotherapy, Gerald Corey (Dr. Payne) Ch. 1-5 Study Questions with Answers Categories of Theories - correct answerspsychodynamic approaches, experiential and relationship-oriented therapies, cognitive behavioral (action-oriented) approaches, systems perspective, postmodern approaches The therapeutic relationship - correct answersAn important component of effective counseling, the therapist as a person is a key part of the effectiveness of therapeutic treatments, research shoes that both the therapy relationship and the therapy used contribute to treatment outcome The Effective Counselor - correct answersThe most important instrument you have is YOU, be authentic, be a therapeutic person (be willing to grow, risk, care, and be involved). Research on psychotherapy outcomes indicates the centrality of the person of the therapist and the therapeutic relationship are... - correct answerskey factors in successful therapy primary determinants of the therapeutic outcome - correct answerscontextual factors counseling for the counselor - correct answers1. Helps explore motivations for being a counselor, countertransference, and other issues clinical work may trigger 2. is important for personal and professional development 3. how can we inspire clients to examine lives if we do not personally commit to that value? Counselor Values - correct answersavoid value imposition, recognize you are not value-neutral, assist clients in creating goals and finding answers congruent with their own values, and find ways to manage value conflicts between you and your clients How do you become multiculturally competent? - correct answersbecome aware of your biases and values, become aware of your own cultural norms and expectations, attempt to understand the world from your client's POV, gain knowledge of the dynamics of oppression, racism, discrimination, and stereotyping