Which statement is most characteristic of Adlerian theory regarding the ideal individual?

a. The ideal individual is one who seeks security and success.
b. The ideal individual is the ideal goal for therapy.
c. The ideal is to make oneself authentic by making choices in life that create meaning and value out of our existence.
d. The interests of the self and the interests of others are not experienced as being in basic conflict by those who care enough to find completion through cooperation.


D

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In gestalt therapy, awareness is commonly dealt with in all but one of these ways

a. directing attention to the patient's language usage b. discussing the significance of awareness c. drawing attention to a specific posture d. exaggerating a movement

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In contrast to psychoanalytic confrontation, when using confrontation methods existential therapists are likely to:

a. reflect the client's experience and disclose their own experience of the client. b. use paradoxical intention to help the client develop an attitude of self-detachment. c. use de-reflection to help the client focus on more positive aspects of life. d. emphasize choices the client has in responding to the therapist's feedback.

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What three important elements does a therapist bring to the “therapy table”?

(1) (2) (3)

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