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-haphazardly picking techniques without any overall theoretical rational
-the practitioner, lacking in knowledge and skill in selecting interventions, grabs for anything that works without no attempt to determine therapeutic procedures |
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-combined a variety of methods or approaches in their counseling practice
-characterized by openness to various ways of integrating diverse theories and techniques
-goals are to enhance the efficiency and applicability of psychotherapy |
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| 4 common pathways toward the integration of psychotherapies |
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1. technical eclecticism
2. theoretical integration
3. common factors approach
4. assimilative integration |
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-selecting the best treatment techniques for the individual and the problem
-focuses on differences, chooses from many approaches and a collection of techniques |
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| 2. theoretical integration |
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-a conceptual or theoretical creation beyond a mere blending of techniques
-goal of producing a conceptual framework that synthesizes the best aspects of two or more theoretical approaches with assumption the outcome will be richer than theory alone |
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| 3. common factors approach |
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-searches for common elements across different theoretical systems.
-composed of nonspecific variables common to all therapies
strongest empirical support |
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| 4. assimilative integration |
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| - grounded in a particular school of psychotherapy along with an openness to selectively incorporate practices from other therapeutic approaches |
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| movement toward psychotherapy integration |
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| recognition that no single theory is comprehensive enough to account for the complexities of human behavior, esp when the range of client type and their specific problems are taken into consideration |
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| Integration of Multiculturalism issues in counseling |
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-if contemporary theories do not integrate a multicultural dimensions then they will have limited applicability in working with culturally diverse client populations
-tailor the their theory to fit for the client
-reflect on your own culture influences you and your interventions |
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| Integration of Spiritual/Religious Issues in Counseling |
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-widespread interest in the topic of spiritual and religious beliefs -both with client/counselor-how such beliefs might be incorporated in the therapeutic relationship
-empirical evidence that our spiritual values and behaviors can promote physical and psychological well-being
spirituality- which connects us to nature, other people and the source of life
-spirituality/religion are critical sources of strength for many clients and can be a key factor in promoting healing and wellbeing |
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| Common goals for Integration of spiritual/religious issues |
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- learning to accept oneself
-forgiving others and oneself
-admitting one's shortcomings
-accepting personal responsibility
-letting go of hurts and resentments
-dealing with guilt
-learning to let go of self-destructing patterns of thinking feeling and acting
1. exploring these values can provide solutions for clients struggles |
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| Implications for assessment and treatment for Integration of spiritual/religious issues |
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| respect religious beliefs and incorporating them in assessment can assist therapist in choosing appropriate interventions |
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| Counselor's role for Integration of spiritual/religious issues |
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-assist clients in clarifying their own values and in making their own decisions
-therapists separate their own values from values of clients
-attention to trainings and competence in addressing spiritual and religious concerns in therapy
-examine your own spiritual/religious beliefs |
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| Challenge of Developing an Integrative perspective |
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-be alert of the problems of attempting to mix theories with incompatible underlying assumptions
-remain theoretically consistent
-mindful of what techniques will/wont work for people
-active role, when to be directive, when/when not to be confrontational, when to allow client to struggle, to be formal/informal, self-disclose/anonymous, gentle/tough
-delivering therapeutic services in a brief, comprehensive, effective and flexible way
-learn how to rapidly apply and systematically identify problems, create collaborative relationships, intervene with a range of specific methods
-comprehensive knowledge of various theories, can connect, and willing to test |
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| Issues related to the therapeutic process: therapeutic goals |
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-is there a common denominator in this range of goals?
-are they specific, concrete and short term on one end, to general, global and long term on the other |
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| Issues related to the therapeutic process: therapist's function and role |
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-structure depends on particular client and the specific circumstances he or she brings to sessions
-counselor/client make initial assessment that provides a focus for the therapy process
-client should have significant share of responsibility for deciding content of the sessions
-clients will be empowered if counselor expects the client to be an active participant |
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| Issues related to the therapeutic process: client's experience |
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-take into account the client's cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic background
-focus of counseling may change as clients enter different phases
-clients must translate what they are learning about themselves into concrete action
-listening to feedback
-client-directed, outcome-informed therapy to improve psychotherapy
-therapist must take direction from clients
-clients strengths/perceptions are the foundation of therapy work
-use client feedback |
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| Issues related to the therapeutic process: Relationship between client and therapist |
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-quality is vital to contributing to client's progress
-be yourself
-sensitivity in assessing what you client needs along with good judgment about appropriateness of the match between you and client
-select therapeutic techniques and styles that fit the client's personal characteristics |
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| Drawing techniques from various approaches |
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-What techniques, procedures, or interventions, methods to use, when to use them and which clients.
-aware of client's cultural backgrounds to contribute to their perceptions of their problems
-some techniques may not work for all clients
-proficiency in combo of cognitive, affective, and behavioral techniques |
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