Telephone counseling

of a client to match that of a professional, by assuming that the values of the professional are preferable. Although counselors often have their set of values, just like other people have, it is important that they understand that the goal of counseling is to ensure that a client examines his/her value systems and beliefs and make decisions accordingly. According to ACA code of ethics (2014), Section A.4.b., explains that counselors should refrain from imposing their values, behaviors, and…

Motivational Interviewing (MI) in my own words is simply using skills and techniques to encourage a changed behavior with a client. As a therapist you are the supporter and facilitator as the client maneuvers through their thought process. After observing MI in the videos, I have concluded by observation, that as a therapist you are having a conversation with a client in hopes they are going to process a changed behavior. There are two ideas of change that derive from MI : Importance- why is…

According to the dictionary, it describes counselling as provision of advice or guidance in decision-making, in particularly in emotionally significant situations. Counsellors help their clients by counselling them. Counsellors also help clients explore and understand their worlds and so discover better ways of thinking and living. Some definitions include, (Burks and Steffire, 1979) counselling help clients understand and clarify their views of their life space, and to learn to reach their…

This essay will give an overview of Murray Bowen’s theory Family Systems. I will describe theory’s development and outline its core concepts. I chose to write about Murray Bowen and his theory for the reason that I found concepts of Family Systems Theory to be valuable and appropriate in personal therapy as well as in family therapy setting. Bowen’s theory offers greater understanding of the human condition by looking through the lens of family of origin relationships and events which have…

information to analyze and evaluate a client in order to identify problems, plan for treatment, and aid in diagnosing. Tests usually take the form of paper and pencil, for children observation through play. Other types of testing focus on therapy and counseling. Here the testing may focus on personality traits, levels of functioning, and diagnosing. Counselling Experience Many people will, at some point in their lives, find themselves in the role of a counsellor without having a true…

An autobiography written by Jeanette Walls, “The Glass Castle” displays many points that the reader should take strongly into consideration. While reading, the reader may wonder whether or not the parenting skills demonstrated were in fact, abusive. One may also wonder just how Jeanette, Lori, Brian, and Maureen were able to be successful in adulthood. Rex and Rosemary Walls were very different and unconventional but successful parents based on the education they gave their children, the…

The first skill that was used to engage my client was using an open ended question at the beginning of my interview. According to Hohman (2002), “open-ended questions are those that have a variety of possible answers and do not limit the client” (p.20) using this strategy allows the client to explore his own thoughts and it encourages the client to do most of the talking. I started my conversation with my client by asking a simple open question for example “how was his day going ?” later I saw…

mental health center where are currently employed (Dougherty, 2010). The counselor is seeking help to gain knowledge on how to work with a client who is terminally ill (Dougherty, 2010). The client is in denial of her terminal illness, but continues counseling to meet her social needs (Dougherty, 2010). The client will continue to discuss issues with the counselor about everything except for death and her illness (Dougherty, 2010). The best consultant approach used for this case study is the…

Group therapy is a form of counseling that involves a small group of people coming together under one trained therapist who helps them and encourages them to help one another to overcome their challenges. The group members are usually peers facing the same kind of problem, such as anxiety. This therapy has been in use for an extensive amount of time, and it has produced tremendous results in the lives of the group members. The group members not only learn from personal experiences of other…

My journey to becoming a rehabilitation counselor started with watching and working with some very dedicated individuals who inspired me. As I worked with these individuals I noticed the special traits they possessed. This in turn made me question myself as to whether or not I possessed the similar traits. As I have gone through this self-exploration process I ask myself. Am I dedicated and compassionate? Do I possess strong communication and problem solving skills? These were the traits I…