have been asked to Evaluate the claim that Person-Centred therapy offers the therapist all that he/she will need to treat clients. In order to do this‚ I plan to firstly look at the theory of person-centred therapy‚ examining its roots and fundamental principles. Secondly‚ I will look at key criticisms of the model and evaluate the “weight” of such criticisms. Underlying Theory of Person-Centred Counselling The Person-Centred approach to counselling was pioneered by Carl Rogers in the 1940’s
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Lay counselling provides additional support that is not as structured or restrictive‚ and generally runs alongside professional counselling sessions. A lay counsellor is a trained individual who understands the importance of providing a listening ear‚ support and guidance and that sometimes this kind of help and understanding cannot be restricted to appointment times only. Whilst a lay counsellor has counselling knowledge this person may not work as a therapist or counsellor‚ and has acquired counselling
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Methods to improve personal and professional skills • Explain the difference between counseling and mentoring. Give examples of each in your answer Counseling is one of the methods used to offer advice and assist with the development of members of staff in an organization. It is not only limited to personal matters affecting members of staff but can also be used to assist with the professional development of individuals and can help to steer one in the right direction in terms of business
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theory‚ how I perceive it‚ and how I believe its teachings (so far) has made me the person that I am today. Looking at the first point “What it means to be human?” Each and every one of us would probably come up with different concepts and ideas of what the answer could be. What we have to remember is that we are specifically looking at the concepts and theory according to the humanistic approach in counselling. As human beings we all have the potential; that potential is intrinsic for growth
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Introduction to Counselling Concepts DRAFT Learner Statement 1: 31/1/06 - I am delighted to begin my path towards future mastery of counselling skills. I have already developed a strong background in mediation and psychology with numerous accreditations to my name. In undertaking my studies in counselling skills I seek to expand my repertoire of knowledge and understanding in the broad psychosocial arena‚ and add some useful new abilities to my professional ‘toolkit’. The counselling concepts
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I did not observe a counselling session as it occurs in one on one setting‚ the Field supervisor felt that when someone else was present in the setting‚ it would interrupt the therapeutic relationship (rapport) and would reduce the level of confidentiality thus leading the client to not being able to reveal personal information and to make decisions or draw solutions. However‚ I discussed with my field supervisor about counselling‚ its practices‚ rituals‚ communications and procedures and wrote a
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Within childcare a child centred approach underpins good practice. During a transitional period it is the setting’s responsibility to change the way that they do things to cater for the individual child. It is not good practice to force a child out of their comfort zone and change them to make them fit in with the setting. A child centred approach involves putting the child first. Each child is treated on an individual basis and this means that their needs will be different. An example of this could
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DEM 204 Understand and Implement a Person Centred approach to dementia care and support 1 1.1 Describe what is meant by a person centred approach. This means delivering the individual care‚ needs‚ wishes and preferences for the person with dementia offering them the real choices and with respect and support. By doing this you are helping them live a safe and happy life and helping to minimize all risks. You should try to match the right key worker for that individual and this can help to create
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Counseling assignment March 16‚ 2007. Counseling Assignment Biography of Client The client is a 44-year-old Caucasian female‚ from a rural Southern Ontario background. The client is well educated and has worked as a teacher in the Elementary school system. At present‚ she is employed as a tutor for the adult learning center. The client identifies with no identifiable cultural or ethnic background‚ and firmly states‚ “I am a Canadian.” The client denies any religious affiliation or particular
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social atmosphere that is similar to the real world. | Less individualized attention from the counselor. | Members can test out and practice new behaviors. | Confidentiality is more difficult to maintain. | Members can practice new interpersonal skills. | There are concerns with conformity and peer pressure. | They are cost effective. | Group leaders are not always properly trained. | Groups help members see that
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