Compare strengths with the limitations of group counseling. Be sure to provide at least three advantages and three disadvantages.

What will be an ideal response?


Response needs to include at least three of the following advantages and disadvantages: Advantages—provides a safe environment for clients to try new bwehaviors; clients can learn from other group members; the process is more economical in terms of time; clients can have an opportunity to help others; problem solving can be enhanced by receiving ideas; and the group can motivate a client to pursue personal goals. Disadvantages—not appropriate for everyone; client may feel threatened when given feedback; problems with confidentiality; and inappropriate self-disclosures.

Counseling

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The REACT model acronym is

a. Recognition of the conditions needed to make an incident negotiable. b. Engagement that builds rapport. c. Contracting/Controlling in facilitating an agreement on how to resolve the incident. d. a, b, and c plus assessment of physical risks and terminating after surrender has occurred.

Counseling

Interpersonal psychotherapy is a brief psychodynamic approach with a strong and well respected __________

a. Evidence base b. Anti-medication stance c. Empirical validation d. Time limit

Counseling

In the cultivation of love, an individual is taught to:

a. love all individuals equally by focusing on their positive attributes. b. focus on their love of one individual and condition it to others. c. develop a stronger sense of self-worth. d. recognize the existence of a higher power and to love this entity.

Counseling

____________________ are chosen for clients’ developmental needs, as are any structured interventions

a. Career centers b. Counselors c. Qualitative techniques d. Computer assisted career guidance systems

Counseling