THEORY IN PRACTISE CSTL3
ESSAY: THEORY IN PRACTICE CST-L3
There are three main theoretical approaches/models used in Counselling: Humanistic/Person centred developed by Carl Rodgers, Psychodynamic theories developed by Sigmund Freud and Behavioural therapies such as (T/A) TRANSACTIONAL ANALYSIS founded by Eric Berne and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
If any of the above are used effectively in practice, a therapist will be able to help an individual achieve positive change in problematic areas presented. Each approach is constantly evolving with new techniques and concepts although; the fundamental basis of all remains the same. And none of the theories represent the absolute TRUTH!
Whether or not I or any therapist chooses to work solely with one theory or to mix and match concepts to match an individual’s needs, the skills and the qualities that the counsellor possesses remain just as important as the therapeutic approach. It is essential that therapists must be in possession of the core conditions- congruence (genuine), empathic understanding and acceptance (unconditional positive regard). These qualities help build a trusting free from constraints relationship which when maintained create a positive working relationship between the two parties. ‘NECESSARY AND SUFFICIENT CONDITIONS OF THERAPEUTIC PERSONALITY CHANGE’-(Rodgers 1957:95). At a later stage, upon reflection the client will mimic to form positive healthy relationships in their life outside the therapeutic relationship.
I believe a common denominator of all the theoretical approaches gives emphasis on building a solid therapeutic working relationship. The quality of the relationship and the connection established between client and therapist tends to heighten/intensify and compliment the theories from which they then work.
It is also important that all counsellors in practice must again work/relate to basic frameworks/guidelines within their workplace. The BACP professional framework for counsellors I
There are three main theoretical approaches/models used in Counselling: Humanistic/Person centred developed by Carl Rodgers, Psychodynamic theories developed by Sigmund Freud and Behavioural therapies such as (T/A) TRANSACTIONAL ANALYSIS founded by Eric Berne and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
If any of the above are used effectively in practice, a therapist will be able to help an individual achieve positive change in problematic areas presented. Each approach is constantly evolving with new techniques and concepts although; the fundamental basis of all remains the same. And none of the theories represent the absolute TRUTH!
Whether or not I or any therapist chooses to work solely with one theory or to mix and match concepts to match an individual’s needs, the skills and the qualities that the counsellor possesses remain just as important as the therapeutic approach. It is essential that therapists must be in possession of the core conditions- congruence (genuine), empathic understanding and acceptance (unconditional positive regard). These qualities help build a trusting free from constraints relationship which when maintained create a positive working relationship between the two parties. ‘NECESSARY AND SUFFICIENT CONDITIONS OF THERAPEUTIC PERSONALITY CHANGE’-(Rodgers 1957:95). At a later stage, upon reflection the client will mimic to form positive healthy relationships in their life outside the therapeutic relationship.
I believe a common denominator of all the theoretical approaches gives emphasis on building a solid therapeutic working relationship. The quality of the relationship and the connection established between client and therapist tends to heighten/intensify and compliment the theories from which they then work.
It is also important that all counsellors in practice must again work/relate to basic frameworks/guidelines within their workplace. The BACP professional framework for counsellors I