The concept of resistance can best be described as all of the following except:

a. ? everything that prevents a client from producing unconscious material.
b. ? that which needs to be analyzed and interpreted.
c. ? an inevitable part of psychoanalytic therapy.
d. ? it is not valuable from a theoretical and clinical perspective.


d

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During the ____ stage of the interview clients may feel at ease and know what to expect

A) ?Empathic relationship B) ?Story and strengths C) ?Goals D) ?Restory E) ?Action

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What are the main reasons that a career counselor needs to be alert to symptoms of psychological disorders?

a. To identify potential barriers that can constrain one's career choice and interfere with one's career development b. Problem identification provides a pathway to effective interventions c. A and B d. None of the above

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As per Morgen and Morgan (2011), the concept of essential limitation fits within which thematic section of the 12 Steps?

a. Steps 1–3 b. Steps 4–9 c. Steps 10–12 d. All Steps

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What is meant by the term symptom functionality in family systems theory?

a. Each symptom serves a function for the identified patient. If the therapist can figure out that function, then the identified patient can learn to substitute a more acceptable behavior for the symptom. b. As long as a symptom functions to regulate or absorb the excess anxiety in the family unit, the remainder of the unit may be relatively symptom free. c. Each symptom serves a function for the identified patient. Knowing that, the therapist explores with the client whether the consequences are more onerous than the benefits. d. One member of the family or other system presenting for counseling usually has more symptoms than others. To restore homeostasis, the counselor must help the symptomatic individual adjust. e. Symptoms create excess anxiety in the unit, causing symptoms in other system or family members.

Counseling