Which of the Following Statements About Theories or Models of Counselling/psychotherapy

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about theories or models of counselling/psychotherapy is true?

• A) Extensive research has shown that certain popular models of psychotherapy are 'wrong'.
• B) There is a clear place for theoretical pluralism in our society.
• C) Accepting the validity of one model implies rejecting the validity of other models.
• D) Theoretical pluralism is frowned on by several major professional organisations.

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Definitions:

Beginner's Mind

Approaching a situation with openness, eagerness, and a lack of preconceptions, as a beginner would.

Solution-focused Counseling

A therapeutic approach that emphasizes finding solutions in the present time and exploring one's hope for the future instead of focusing on past problems or issues.

Marcella's Unconscious Feelings

Hypothetically, deeply held emotions within an individual named Marcella that she is not immediately aware of.

Empty Chair Method

A gestalt therapy technique where clients engage in a dialogue with an imaginary person or part of themselves, often represented by an empty chair.