4 page Counseling Theory Approach

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Counselor Education and Family Studies,

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Full Title

Don’t title the introduction. Present a strong, clear thesis statement. The focus of this paragraph is to introduce the reader to the thesis statement. The remainder of the paper should support and illustrate the main point(s) of the thesis statement - one paragraph.

Human Nature and Change

What theory best fits your own values and beliefs about human nature and change? Why? (2-3 paragraphs).

Personal Background

How does your background influence your theoretical preference (may include the following in your response: your parents’ parenting styles, past and present relationships, early experiences, environmental factors, religious beliefs, etc.)? - 2 paragraphs

Relationship Building and Assessment

Per the theory that you have chosen, how would you establish a positive therapeutic relationship? Explain.

How would you assess client needs and therapeutic progress? Explain.

How would you set goals in relation to wellness and prevention? Explain.

Based on the theory’s concept of psychopathology, discuss any limitations as far as creating measurable outcomes for clients (3-4 paragraphs).

Ethical and Biblical Principles

What professional ethical principles need to be considered? Why?

Discuss how your personal theoretical orientation blends with your Christian values.

How might you integrate Biblical principles as a counselor? – 2 paragraphs

Conclusion

An effective conclusion affirms the thesis statement and leaves the reader with a clear idea of how thoughts in the paper fit together to make a specific point. (1 paragraph)

The paper should be 4 pages in length, not counting title page and reference pages. More doesn’t necessarily mean better. You need to be concise and precise in your writing.

References

References start here with a hanging indent. Double space and list references alphabetically by author’s last name. Review your APA Manual for formatting requirements for specific types of sources.

Your response must be supported with a minimum of 3 peer-reviewed journal articles cited in the current APA format within the last 5-8 years as well as both required textbooks for this course.

Follow current APA Publication Manual organization and style guidelines. Points will be deducted for format violations and grammatical problems.