Discuss some of the multicultural blind spots of Adlerian therapy.
What will be an ideal response?
Adlerian therapy does have some cultural blind spots which include the theory’s emphasis on individual choice, which may be offensive to individuals who come from cultures that are oriented toward the group rather than the individual. Likewise, its egalitarian relationship between the therapist and the client may cause difficulties with clients from cultures that view therapists as the experts. Some non-Western cultures view the therapist as an expert, and they may desire to instructed what to do or how to remedy their situation.
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Self-report questionnaires are often used when assessing depression and anxiety because:
a) The DSM-IV requires a score from a psychological measure in order to make a diagnosis b) Insurance companies routinely require them c) They are easy to interpret and can facilitate case conceptualization d) They can only be administered on-line and readily scored in order to make a diagnosis of depression or anxiety.
In most groups, members have hidden agendas
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Holly's REBT therapist decides that she should paint her face blue and walk around the mall. Robert the REBT counselor has assigned a
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is not a Core Area of Knowledge and Skills?
a. Helper Attitudes b. Case Conceptualization c. Treatment Planning d. Case Management e. Theory f. All of the above are core areas.