Psychological Growth
Counseling Theory
Psychological Growth and Change
Tiffini Chamblin
Liberty University
Abstract
Psychological growth means different people. Some people think that psychological freedom gives them the freedom to do what they want; others seek to understand themselves better, others want to search themselves for their deeper true self. Psychological growth is the increase of the capacity for external accomplishment and inner fulfillment. In today’s society, many people focus on material things that do not bring meaning in life. One can only grow psychologically and spiritually when they are able to overcome their materialistic security. Humans typically stop growing once they are satisfied. Growth comes from aspiration and aspirations give us the will to seek greater efforts. As Christians, we should want to continue to grow, to be better today than we were yesterday. We should desire to be more like Christ everyday. Cognitive and Existential therapy are related in many ways, but the most significant similarity is the goal to promote change.
Psychological Growth and Change
People typically seek counseling because they are hurting, frustrated or feeling overwhelmed (Rupke, 2006). It has been stated that the most successful counselors are ones who use theories as a road map for guiding their therapy sessions. Theories allow counselors to provide precise technique that help reach their defined goals. A theory is composed of a set of concepts and their defined relationships (Murdock, 2). Theories are essential for counselors because they help explain and predict behavior, and ultimately help counselors discover how to best help their clients. As a Christian counselor it is imperative that when choosing a theory that you choose the theory that is consistent with biblical standards, that the theory fits with your values, compliment your personality, and that it is
Psychological Growth and Change
Tiffini Chamblin
Liberty University
Abstract
Psychological growth means different people. Some people think that psychological freedom gives them the freedom to do what they want; others seek to understand themselves better, others want to search themselves for their deeper true self. Psychological growth is the increase of the capacity for external accomplishment and inner fulfillment. In today’s society, many people focus on material things that do not bring meaning in life. One can only grow psychologically and spiritually when they are able to overcome their materialistic security. Humans typically stop growing once they are satisfied. Growth comes from aspiration and aspirations give us the will to seek greater efforts. As Christians, we should want to continue to grow, to be better today than we were yesterday. We should desire to be more like Christ everyday. Cognitive and Existential therapy are related in many ways, but the most significant similarity is the goal to promote change.
Psychological Growth and Change
People typically seek counseling because they are hurting, frustrated or feeling overwhelmed (Rupke, 2006). It has been stated that the most successful counselors are ones who use theories as a road map for guiding their therapy sessions. Theories allow counselors to provide precise technique that help reach their defined goals. A theory is composed of a set of concepts and their defined relationships (Murdock, 2). Theories are essential for counselors because they help explain and predict behavior, and ultimately help counselors discover how to best help their clients. As a Christian counselor it is imperative that when choosing a theory that you choose the theory that is consistent with biblical standards, that the theory fits with your values, compliment your personality, and that it is
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