When is exploratory psychotherapy contraindicated?

a. When the patient is poor and socially disadvantaged.
b. When the patient is depressed or pessimistic about being able to get help.
c. When the patient says that no one understands him or her.
d. When the patient’s ego is fragile and apt to be overwhelmed by efforts to uncover warded off contents.
e. When the patient reveals that he is not bothered by any unconscious conflicts.


d. When the patient’s ego is fragile and apt to be overwhelmed by efforts to uncover warded off contents.

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a. cataracts b. Crohn’s disease c. diabetic retinopathy d. esophageal and ovarian cancer

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Which of the following are examples of structured exercises?

a. rounds b. arts & crafts c. written exercises d. dyad introductions e. all of the above

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Which of the following can be a systemic resistance to counseling?

a. self-actualization b. personal reflection c. inferential semantics d. homeostasis

Counseling

Gestalt counselors work with clients to confront their "shoulds" in order to help clients:

a. Avoid taking existential responsibility for their lives b. Regulate emotions in unhealthy ways c. Live authentically d. Confront others putting pressure on them

Counseling