DrJones Encountered a Problem with a New Client in Therapy

question 40

Multiple Choice

Dr.Jones encountered a problem with a new client in therapy.Using the model of reflective practice described in Chapter 1,what is the sequence of steps he should use in order to work with this client effectively?

• A)Reflect on what has worked best in his own personal experience and apply that knowledge to the client's problem.
• B)Reflect on well-established theories;apply the theoretical knowledge to the individual's case;and then test out new ways of thinking about the problem if prior theory does not suffice.
• C)Apply experience-based knowledge first,and then use theory-based knowledge.
• D)First test out any method by subjecting it to rigorous scientific experimentation and then apply it for use with the client.

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