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NURS 661- EXAM 2 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED GRADED A+
Terms in this set (109)
Therapy method in which the client, rather than the counselor, primarily directs
the course of discussion, seeking self-discovery and self-responsibility.
person-centered therapy
Humans are trustworthy and positive, capable of making changes towards self-
actualization
- Have a greater understanding for oneself
-Improve self-esteem and openess
Goals of Person-Centered Therapy
-Facilitate growth and development
- Eliminate feelings of distress
A facilitator (helper) who sets the stage and believes the client is able to do what is
necessary for growth and change, self-actualization. Client determines goals of
therapy. Non-directive.
Role the Person-Centered Therapist
- Listening and understanding
-Unconditional positive regard
action therapy in which the goal is to help clients overcome problems by learning to
CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy)
identify and change behaviors/thought patterns
1. Relieve symptoms and solve problems
Goals of CBT 2.Develop strategies for solving future problems
3.Help change irrational, distorted thinking
Functions as expert/teacher. Gives information and teaches coping skills and
Leader of CBT role
methods of modifying behavior
1. Tune in: Thought diary, Autonomic thought record.
2.Identifying dysfunctional beliefs and patterns of thoughts that underlie
their problems
Steps in Cognitive Restructuring 3.Identifying situations that evoke dysfunctional cognitions/ focus on the words
that are negative
4. Stop the negative words
5.Change them to a positive words
focuses on insight into gestalts in patients and their relations to the world, and often
uses role playing to aid the resolution of past conflicts.
Gestalt therapy
Work through interpersonal and internal conflict
Focuses on the PRESENT MOMENT instead of past experiences
A role-playing intervention in which clients play conflicting parts. This typically
consists of clients engaging in an imaginary dialogue between different sides of
themselves.
empty chair technique (gestalt)
To help others see things from a different perspective or different point of view. Is to
also gain insight into feelings and behaviors.
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Sometimes a leader must intervene to stop counterproductive behaviors within the
group. Blocking is a skill that requires sensitivity, directness, and the ability to stop the
Blocking
activity without attacking the person. The attention should be on the behavior not
the character of the person and labeling should be avoided. Aim is to protect
the
member and to enhance the flow of group process.
Identifying with clients by assuming their frames of reference. The core of the skill of
empathy lies in the leader's ability to sensitively grasp the subjective world of the
Emphathizing participant and yet retain his or her own separateness. The aim is to foster trust in the
therapeutic relationship; to communicate understanding; to encourage deeper
levels of self-exploration.
Appraising the ongoing group process and the individual and group dynamics. The
Evaluating aim is to promote better self-awareness and understanding of group movement and
direction.
Opening up clear and direct communication within the group; helping members
assume increasing responsibility for the group's direction. The aim is to promote
facilitating
effective communication among members; to help members reach their own goals in
the group.
Expression of concrete and honest reactions based on observation of members'
Giving feedback behaviors. The aim is to offer an external view of how the person appears to
others; to increase the client's self-awareness.
Planning specific goals for the group process and helping participants define
Goal Setting concrete and meaningful goals. The aim is to give the direction to the
group's activities; to help members select and clarify their goals.
Promoting participation and introducing new directions to the group. The aim is to
Initiating
prevent needless group floundering to increase the pace of the group
process.
Communicating understanding of the content of the feelings. The aim is to let the
Reflecting Feelings members know that they are being heard and understood beyond the level of
words.
Offering advice and information, direction, and ideas for new behavior. The aim is to
Suggesting
help members develop alternative courses of thinking and action.
it is cost-effective,
as effective as individual therapy.
Shared experiences
Areas of benefit included interpersonal learning, knowledge about group process,
Benefits of group work
self-awareness, empathy for future clients, and opportunities to learn by
observing group process in action. experiencing the power of a group, learning
what self-
disclosure is about, coming to appreciate the difficulties involved in self-sharing,
learning on an emotional level what one knows intellectually, and becoming aware
of one’s dependency on the leader’s power and knowledge.
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NURS 661- EXAM 2 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED GRADED A+
Terms in this set (109)
Therapy method in which the client, rather than the counselor, primarily directs
the course of discussion, seeking self-discovery and self-responsibility.
person-centered therapy
Humans are trustworthy and positive, capable of making changes towards self-
actualization
- Have a greater understanding for oneself
-Improve self-esteem and openess
Goals of Person-Centered Therapy
-Facilitate growth and development
- Eliminate feelings of distress
A facilitator (helper) who sets the stage and believes the client is able to do what is
necessary for growth and change, self-actualization. Client determines goals of
therapy. Non-directive.
Role the Person-Centered Therapist
- Listening and understanding
-Unconditional positive regard
action therapy in which the goal is to help clients overcome problems by learning to
CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy)
identify and change behaviors/thought patterns
1. Relieve symptoms and solve problems
Goals of CBT 2.Develop strategies for solving future problems
3.Help change irrational, distorted thinking
Functions as expert/teacher. Gives information and teaches coping skills and
Leader of CBT role
methods of modifying behavior
1. Tune in: Thought diary, Autonomic thought record.
2.Identifying dysfunctional beliefs and patterns of thoughts that underlie
their problems
Steps in Cognitive Restructuring 3.Identifying situations that evoke dysfunctional cognitions/ focus on the words
that are negative
4. Stop the negative words
5.Change them to a positive words
focuses on insight into gestalts in patients and their relations to the world, and often
uses role playing to aid the resolution of past conflicts.
Gestalt therapy
Work through interpersonal and internal conflict
Focuses on the PRESENT MOMENT instead of past experiences
A role-playing intervention in which clients play conflicting parts. This typically
consists of clients engaging in an imaginary dialogue between different sides of
themselves.
empty chair technique (gestalt)
To help others see things from a different perspective or different point of view. Is to
also gain insight into feelings and behaviors.
1/10
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Sometimes a leader must intervene to stop counterproductive behaviors within the
group. Blocking is a skill that requires sensitivity, directness, and the ability to stop the
Blocking
activity without attacking the person. The attention should be on the behavior not
the character of the person and labeling should be avoided. Aim is to protect
the
member and to enhance the flow of group process.
Identifying with clients by assuming their frames of reference. The core of the skill of
empathy lies in the leader's ability to sensitively grasp the subjective world of the
Emphathizing participant and yet retain his or her own separateness. The aim is to foster trust in the
therapeutic relationship; to communicate understanding; to encourage deeper
levels of self-exploration.
Appraising the ongoing group process and the individual and group dynamics. The
Evaluating aim is to promote better self-awareness and understanding of group movement and
direction.
Opening up clear and direct communication within the group; helping members
assume increasing responsibility for the group's direction. The aim is to promote
facilitating
effective communication among members; to help members reach their own goals in
the group.
Expression of concrete and honest reactions based on observation of members'
Giving feedback behaviors. The aim is to offer an external view of how the person appears to
others; to increase the client's self-awareness.
Planning specific goals for the group process and helping participants define
Goal Setting concrete and meaningful goals. The aim is to give the direction to the
group's activities; to help members select and clarify their goals.
Promoting participation and introducing new directions to the group. The aim is to
Initiating
prevent needless group floundering to increase the pace of the group
process.
Communicating understanding of the content of the feelings. The aim is to let the
Reflecting Feelings members know that they are being heard and understood beyond the level of
words.
Offering advice and information, direction, and ideas for new behavior. The aim is to
Suggesting
help members develop alternative courses of thinking and action.
it is cost-effective,
as effective as individual therapy.
Shared experiences
Areas of benefit included interpersonal learning, knowledge about group process,
Benefits of group work
self-awareness, empathy for future clients, and opportunities to learn by
observing group process in action. experiencing the power of a group, learning
what self-
disclosure is about, coming to appreciate the difficulties involved in self-sharing,
learning on an emotional level what one knows intellectually, and becoming aware
of one’s dependency on the leader’s power and knowledge.
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