Theoretical Practice

Theory selected Motivational Interviewing 

Submit the Theoretical Practice section (3–5 pages) of your final project. Using the approach you selected (cognitive behavioral, motivational interviewing, or solution-focused theory), identify three different strategies or interventions used in that theory and describe how this would appear in a group setting. Create a sample dialogue of the clients' statements and the counselor's statements, implementing these three strategies. Discuss the purpose of the intervention and the anticipated outcome of it’s use

Theoretical Practice section (3–5 pages) of your final project. Using the approach you selected (cognitive behavioral, motivational interviewing, or solution-focused theory), identify three different strategies or interventions used in that theory and describe how this would appear in a group setting. Create a sample dialogue of the clients' statements and the counselor's statements, implementing these three strategies. Discuss the purpose of the intervention and the anticipated outcome of its use.

Theoretical Practice (3–5 pages). This section of the project is due in Week 7. To complete this section, you need to:

• Identify three different strategies or interventions used in the theory you selected.
• Describe how this would appear in a group setting during one of the stages of group development (initial, transition, working, or ending).
• Create a sample dialogue of clients' and counselor's statements implementing the strategies.
• Discuss the purpose of the intervention and the anticipated outcome of its use.

Apply theories and strategies for group treatment of addictive behaviors.

30 to >25.5 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Applies theories and strategies for group treatment of addictive behavior and provides a clear rationale for their use.

Apply the use of three strategies in a group setting during one of the stages of group development (Initial, Transition, Working, and Ending).

30 to >25.5 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Applies the use of three strategies in a group setting during one of the stages of group development with a clear and articulated purpose.

Create a sample dialogue of the clients' statements and the counselor's statements, implementing the three strategies.

30 to >25.5 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Creates a sample dialogue of the clients' statements and the counselors' statements, which is realistic and well-aligned with expectations for the strategy use, implementing the three strategies

Describe the purpose of the intervention and the anticipated outcome of its use.

30 to >25.5 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Describes the purpose of the intervention and the anticipated outcome of its use, evaluating the outcomes and explicitly identifying further actions.

Communicate effectively through the consistent use of APA guidelines for grammar, punctuation, and mechanics expected of a counseling professional.

30 to >25.5 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Communicates effectively through the consistent use of APA guidelines for grammar