Theoretical Framework
My theoretical orientation to clinical mental health counseling is cognitive-behavioral therapy, person-centered counseling, and humanistic approach theory. I am drawn to cognitive-behavioral therapy because it is a goal-oriented psychotherapy method that practices active participation and problem-solving. Its purpose is to alter guides of reasoning or behavior that are following client's challenges. Cognitive-behavioral is based on an idea that one beliefs and the way one thinks are important in determining one’s actions and feelings. The focus of it is on pinpointing distorted thoughts and maladaptive behavior and using specific techniques to promote change in these thoughts and behaviors
I am drawn to person-centered counseling because it utilizes a non-authoritative strategy that acknowledges clients to become more aware of themselves so that they will recognize their solutions. The person-centered is regarding the extent to which individuals accept themselves and regard themselves positively. The person-centered approach aims toward the client achieving more independence and integration. The focus is on the client, not on the client’s presenting problem.
I am drawn to humanistic approach theory because it is about focusing on the present and helping my clients achieve their highest potential. It looks at the whole …show more content…
I could get a massage every year. Taking a hot bath or shower every time, I have a rough day. Start arts and crafts with coloring, maybe learning how to knit, making jewelry, and learning new creative ways that I can use for my counseling sessions. Some learning breathing exercises I can do is 4-7-8 breathing exercise, breath counting, and stimulating breathing. Talking it out with my partner or family about situations at work or
My theoretical orientation to clinical mental health counseling is cognitive-behavioral therapy, person-centered counseling, and humanistic approach theory. I am drawn to cognitive-behavioral therapy because it is a goal-oriented psychotherapy method that practices active participation and problem-solving. Its purpose is to alter guides of reasoning or behavior that are following client's challenges. Cognitive-behavioral is based on an idea that one beliefs and the way one thinks are important in determining one’s actions and feelings. The focus of it is on pinpointing distorted thoughts and maladaptive behavior and using specific techniques to promote change in these thoughts and behaviors
I am drawn to person-centered counseling because it utilizes a non-authoritative strategy that acknowledges clients to become more aware of themselves so that they will recognize their solutions. The person-centered is regarding the extent to which individuals accept themselves and regard themselves positively. The person-centered approach aims toward the client achieving more independence and integration. The focus is on the client, not on the client’s presenting problem.
I am drawn to humanistic approach theory because it is about focusing on the present and helping my clients achieve their highest potential. It looks at the whole …show more content…
I could get a massage every year. Taking a hot bath or shower every time, I have a rough day. Start arts and crafts with coloring, maybe learning how to knit, making jewelry, and learning new creative ways that I can use for my counseling sessions. Some learning breathing exercises I can do is 4-7-8 breathing exercise, breath counting, and stimulating breathing. Talking it out with my partner or family about situations at work or