presenting issues. Here a case study of Jane is used to argue /evaluate and assess how both a psychodynamic counselor and cognitive behavioral therapist (CBT) would view the case study of Jane from their perspectives. Consideration will be given from both a psychodynamic approach and CBT approach of how a therapist might work with Jane. The main similarities and differences of both the psychodynamic and CBT approaches will be analyzed. This will lead into an evaluation of which is the most appropriate
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Man vs. the Bible In today’s world‚ we are presented with many different thoughts and ideas that contradict the Bible. We can see many of these perspectives in psychology. Several psychologists created their own ideas for understanding why people think and behave the way that they do without consulting the Bible. It is important for us as Christians to be able to compare these ideas to the Bible and decide for ourselves if they agree or oppose each other. Both humans and animals function at a biological
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progress and growth of the individual. Both the psychodynamic and the person-centred models are accepted to be therapeutic procedures the aim of which is to bring to the client a better insight and a clearer understanding of their life. Although classed as being different they are both efficient approaches if practised with efficacy. There are numerous differences between the two models but despite this‚ there are many similarities too. The psychodynamic approach represents the traditional way of counselling
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Excuse or Explanation? When the news report flashes across the television informing millions around the world of the murder of a family of six‚ it is obvious that the initiate reaction of the civilians would be terror and hatred. This hatred‚ a fierce‚ in-tolerant force behind these people that would instantly choose the worst for whomever the suspect may be. Often‚ this is the reaction of the people whereas there are a few of those individuals who may decide to view this case differently. These
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The purpose of this essay is to describe and evaluate the theories of Sigmund Freud’s psychodynamic approach as an explanation of human behaviour‚ comprising of the id‚ superego and the ego‚ giving examples of the ego defence mechanisms. It will cover the origins of Freud and will discover the theory of personality. The psychosexual stages of development will also be explored and strengths and weaknesses will be evaluated throughout. This essay will explain Freud’s case study methods and will
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PSY1011 ESSAY COVER SHEET Essay Title: What are the main differences between trait and psychodynamic theories of personality? Student Name: Amna Saleh Student Number: M00374478 Word Count (Excluding Title and Reference Section): 832 Personality‚ in a human being‚ is a collection of psychological traits and mechanisms that tend to influence a person’s interactions and changes to social‚ psychological and physical environment which surrounds them (Lee‚ 2012). Personality is a factor
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concepts and provide an understanding of psychodynamic theory and its application. This will be done in relation to a case study and role play carried out on Frances Ashe‚ a middle aged woman who has been in therapy for five years. The key concepts of psychodynamic theory which will be explored further include stages of development‚ ego defences and past and present links. Psychodynamic refers to the inner drives and conflicts of the mind. Psychodynamic counselling is derived from psychoanalytic
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John arrived to CFAR for counseling after his wife asked for space from the relationship and asked him to leave their home. John’s attitude towards counseling seems positive and hopeful. John and the therapist established a good therapeutic relationship early in the treatment. At first‚ John appeared nervous and he had this worried look. However‚ he expresses his feelings freely and he was not afraid to show his emotions. John had an effect on the therapist when he was discussing his relationship
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The act of communicating during counseling sessions consists of sending and receiving messages simultaneously. When either of these acts‚ i.e. sending or receiving are interrupted‚ or distorted the quality of communications is degraded. Consequently‚ counselors must maintain a personal and interpersonal awareness of their client’s attentiveness of both elements and in tune when either element is lacking that contributes to effective communication. Conversely‚ the counselors should adjust to their
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a. Throughout the case description‚ Jerry listed multiple things he experiences fear or startle responses from. First‚ he stated that he does not share his war experiences with his family because he is afraid that they will leave him and think he is a monster‚ which may be associated to not sharing his thoughts and feelings with anyone else in his life. Second‚ Jerry sought psychotherapy because of anger dysregulation and insomnia‚ both of which may be secondary to his doctor’s recommendation that
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