Counselling Theories Tasl 2
1. Briefly explain how you could understand Steven’s case using nature versus nurture theory.
Nature: is that which is inherited / genetic background.
Nurture : Our environmental influences ( Physical and Social) which is acquired after conception, ie , experiences
In relation to Steven’s case the Nurture element of this theory. His parents having full dominating control over his life and the pressure of there expectations.
Focusing on his childhood experiences of not being heard, no sense of ownership, lack of attention from his parents and is inability to make decisions / choices– because he did not have to as his parents did it for him.
Steven was unable to create his own “path “ as a child, when he became an “Adult “ he was able to travel on his “own path “when he did it was destructive due to his controlling parenting.
In this case the environmental factors influenced Steven’s development and behaviour.
The Nature Element in Steven’s life could relate to his sexual impulses and changes of needs as a teenager ( Puberty ) which is explained as a biological function that you are born with.
2. Describe how you could apply Freudian concepts in working with Steven.
According to Freud’s theory all unacceptable thoughts, feelings, memories during childhood are stored in our unconscious mind. What is stored in our unconscious can be the cause of unacceptable behaviour’s that influence our choices / decisions we make in our conscious. If one can become aware of how, why they act this way then they are on the path to fixing the unacceptable behavior..
Understanding this relationship: Unconscious / Conscious. We look into Freud’s structural model of the Psyche. ( ACAP, 2013)
In relations to Steven’s case…
The Id , Steven as a Child ( Sinner )
Steven looking at the Freudian Concept is stuck in the Phallic Stage. As, as child he did not receive adequate attention, tenderness, and guidance except strict dominating conditions where he did
Nature: is that which is inherited / genetic background.
Nurture : Our environmental influences ( Physical and Social) which is acquired after conception, ie , experiences
In relation to Steven’s case the Nurture element of this theory. His parents having full dominating control over his life and the pressure of there expectations.
Focusing on his childhood experiences of not being heard, no sense of ownership, lack of attention from his parents and is inability to make decisions / choices– because he did not have to as his parents did it for him.
Steven was unable to create his own “path “ as a child, when he became an “Adult “ he was able to travel on his “own path “when he did it was destructive due to his controlling parenting.
In this case the environmental factors influenced Steven’s development and behaviour.
The Nature Element in Steven’s life could relate to his sexual impulses and changes of needs as a teenager ( Puberty ) which is explained as a biological function that you are born with.
2. Describe how you could apply Freudian concepts in working with Steven.
According to Freud’s theory all unacceptable thoughts, feelings, memories during childhood are stored in our unconscious mind. What is stored in our unconscious can be the cause of unacceptable behaviour’s that influence our choices / decisions we make in our conscious. If one can become aware of how, why they act this way then they are on the path to fixing the unacceptable behavior..
Understanding this relationship: Unconscious / Conscious. We look into Freud’s structural model of the Psyche. ( ACAP, 2013)
In relations to Steven’s case…
The Id , Steven as a Child ( Sinner )
Steven looking at the Freudian Concept is stuck in the Phallic Stage. As, as child he did not receive adequate attention, tenderness, and guidance except strict dominating conditions where he did
References: Australian College of Applied Psychology ( 2013 ). CHCCSL504A Counselling Theories (V33201111). Sydney, Australia: Author.