Question 1

Psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approaches share the basic practice of _____________.&#10;A) modifying client behavior&#10;B) conceptualizing negative problem talk&#10;C) working through client-therapist dynamics toward action&#10;D) fostering client insight into their personality dynamics

Accepted Answer

Psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approaches both aim to foster insight into a client's personality dynamics through exploration of the unconscious mind and past experiences. They both place an emphasis on understanding the root causes of behavior and symptoms rather than simply modifying them, as would be done in behavior therapy. Additionally, while working through client-therapist dynamics may be a part of the process, it is not the primary focus of either approach. Conceptualizing negative problem talk is not a core practice of either approach, although exploring problematic behaviors and thoughts would be a part of working towards insight.

Question 2

The concept of a holding environment as it relates to the counselor-client relationship incorporates which of the following?&#10;A) The counselor incorporates touch into the counseling relationship.&#10;B) The counselor allows the client to work with overwhelming stimuli.&#10;C) The counselor provides a supportive, nurturing environment.&#10;D) The counselor offers personal information and opinions.

Accepted Answer

The concept of a holding environment refers to a safe and supportive space in which the client can explore their emotions and experiences without fear of judgment or criticism. This involves the counselor providing a nurturing and empathetic presence, allowing the client to feel seen, heard, and validated. Incorporating touch or offering personal opinions could potentially undermine the holding environment, as it could compromise the client's sense of safety and trust in the counseling relationship. Allowing the client to work with overwhelming stimuli could also be detrimental to the holding environment, as it could trigger a sense of being unsupported or abandoned. Thus, the best choice is C.

Question 3

In Freudian and ego psychology, analysts typically maintain a neutral relationship to clients to provide a "blank slate" upon which clients can project unconscious material. This neutral stance also provides which of the following?

A) The analyst to allow for transference, by carefully observing the client's process.
B) The client connection to their frustration, in order to get at deeper feelings.
C) The analyst the opportunity to examine their countertransference on the client.
D) The client the opportunity to discuss topics not related to the presenting problem.

A

Accepted Answer

The neutral stance allows for the clients to transfer their unconscious material onto the analyst without any preconceived judgments or assumptions. The analyst can observe this process and use it as a tool to help the client.

Answer: C 
 The neutral stance also allows analysts to examine their own countertransference towards the client, which can facilitate deeper understanding and growth for both the client and analyst.

Question 4

All of the following general goals related to &#34;mental health&#34; fit with psychodynamic approaches EXCEPT: ________________________________.&#10;A) decreased use of defense mechanisms&#10;B) decreased irrational impulses&#10;C) increased differentiation&#10;D) increased ability to experience mature dependency

Accepted Answer

Increased differentiation is more related to cognitive-behavioral and humanistic approaches. Psychodynamic approaches focus on decreasing defense mechanisms, decreasing irrational impulses, and increasing the ability to experience mature dependency.

Question 5

Psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approaches in counseling are considered depth psychologies because they explore __________________________________.&#10;A) interpersonal relationships&#10;B) the unconscious mind&#10;C) the blank slate&#10;D) the here and now

Accepted Answer

The psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approaches focus on exploring the unconscious mind, which is a key aspect of depth psychology. They aim to uncover unconscious conflicts, emotions, and experiences that may be affecting a person's behavior and mental state. While interpersonal relationships may be a part of these approaches, their primary objective is to delve into the deeper, underlying psychological forces that shape a person's thoughts and feelings. The blank slate and here and now are more associated with other counseling approaches, such as behavioral or humanistic.

Question 6

The vast majority of psychodynamic theorists share all of the following same basic assumptions EXCEPT: _________________________________________.&#10;A) counselors project onto the client interrelational patterns from earlier unresolved issues&#10;B) the personality is structured in various sub structures such as ego, id, and superego&#10;C) a person's personality is significantly affected by one's relationship with one's mother&#10;D) insight into one's personality and internal dynamics can help resolve psychopathologies

Accepted Answer

The correct assumption that does not align with the vast majority of psychodynamic theorists is that counselors project onto the client interrelational patterns from earlier unresolved issues. This statement describes countertransference, a concept in psychotherapy, but it is not a foundational assumption of psychodynamic theory regarding the nature of personality or the therapeutic process. Psychodynamic theories focus on the client's internal dynamics, not the therapist's projections.

Question 7

Empathy is the _____________________________________.&#10;A) feeling of pity or sorrow for someone else&#10;B) willingness to forgive somebody&#10;C) ability to feel regret&#10;D) ability to grasp another's internal reality

Accepted Answer

Empathy is the ability to understand or feel what another person is experiencing from their own perspective, including their thoughts, feelings, and emotions. It involves putting yourself in another's shoes and seeing the world from their point of view. It goes beyond feeling sorry for someone or forgiving them, and instead requires a deep level of emotional intelligence and understanding.

Question 8

The ability to spontaneously express need and desire while maintaining a clear distinction between self and other is believed to be a result of _____________________________.&#10;A) good enough mothering&#10;B) distant mothering&#10;C) chaotic mothering&#10;D) perfectionist mothering

Accepted Answer

According to attachment theory, the ability to express needs and desires while maintaining a clear sense of self and other is a result of "good enough" mothering. This refers to a mother who is attuned to her child's needs but also allows the child to separate and develop their own sense of self. Distant, chaotic, or perfectionist mothering may lead to difficulties in forming healthy attachments and expressing needs and desires.

Question 9

Freudian psychoanalysis is considered the root of all psychodynamic approaches. This type of treatment approach is characterized by all of the following concepts EXCEPT: _________________________.&#10;A) a blank-slate approach&#10;B) long-term treatment&#10;C) a therapist who displays warmth&#10;D) multiple weekly sessions

Accepted Answer

The answer of Freudian psychoanalysis is considered the root of...

Question 10

Freud focused his work in which area of the consciousness?&#10;A) unconscious&#10;B) conscious&#10;C) preconscious&#10;D) postconscious

Accepted Answer

Freud's work primarily focused on the unconscious, where he believed repressed thoughts, feelings, and memories reside and have an influence on human behavior. He saw the conscious mind as only a small part of the psychological experience.

Question 11

__________ is the most basic technique of all psychoanalytic approaches, and uses unconscious material to facilitate client insight.&#10;A) Mirroring&#10;B) Empathy&#10;C) Interpretation&#10;D) Consultation

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ is the most basic technique of...

Question 12

Countertransference takes place when a counselor _________________________________.&#10;A) keeps their emotional reactions toward the client out of counseling&#10;B) projects back onto a client in a way that affects therapeutic neutrality&#10;C) has insight into their unconscious reactions to their clients&#10;D) shares an undesirable feeling about a client with the client

Accepted Answer

The answer of Countertransference takes place when a counselor _________________________________.&#10;A)...

Question 13

The current psychodynamic counseling involves three generic phases: ___________, _______________, and __________________.&#10;A) listening; facilitation; advising&#10;B) assessment; facilitation; working through&#10;C) assessment; interpretation; understanding&#10;D) listening; interpretation; working through

Accepted Answer

The answer of The current psychodynamic counseling involves three generic...

Question 14

An analyst views symptoms presented by the client as expressions of_________________.&#10;A) intrapsychic conflict&#10;B) psychotic conflict&#10;C) interpersonal gains&#10;D) natural consequences

Accepted Answer

The answer of An analyst views symptoms presented by the...

Question 15

Newer forms of psychodynamic practice emphasize __________, while more traditionally oriented and analytical forms of practice emphasize __________.&#10;A) drive theory; ego psychology&#10;B) two-person psychology; one-person psychology&#10;C) the client; the counselor&#10;D) fewer sessions; more sessions

Accepted Answer

The answer of Newer forms of psychodynamic practice emphasize __________,...

Question 16

Freud's drive theory is comprised of the idea that the human psyche is fueled by the energy of instinctual drive. The energy of the system is known as ________________________.&#10;A) sexuality&#10;B) object relations&#10;C) libido&#10;D) superego

Accepted Answer

The answer of Freud's drive theory is comprised of the...

Question 17

Freudian analysts conceptualize client problems by examining how the __________ manages on-going conflicts between the ______________ and the _________________.&#10;A) ego; id's drives; superego's prohibitions&#10;B) superego; id's drives; ego's prohibitions&#10;C) id; ego's drives; superego's prohibitions&#10;D) ego; superego's drives; id's prohibitions

Accepted Answer

The answer of Freudian analysts conceptualize client problems by examining...

Question 18

Which of the following best describes transference?&#10;A) The counselor ascribes a personal thought, feeling, or impulse to the client.&#10;B) The counselor identifies with the experiences and feelings of the client.&#10;C) The client confuses past experiences with the present reality.&#10;D) The client projects attributes from unresolved issues with primary caregivers to the counselor.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following best describes transference?&#10;A)...

Question 19

Object relations theorists are most concerned with how an infant internalizes relationships in the first three years of life, the impact on adult personality, and how __________ relationships become the template for all future relationships.

A) sibling
B) neighbor
C) caregiver
D) playmate

Accepted Answer

The answer of Object relations theorists are most concerned with...

Question 20

Susie reports that she perceives her brothers as being "all-good" and her sister as "all-bad" because her brothers took care of her and stuck up for her growing up while her sister often got all the attention at school and stole friends and boyfriends. This type of defense mechanism is called?

A) repression
B) projection
C) denial
D) splitting

Accepted Answer

The answer of Susie reports that she perceives her brothers...

Question 21

What is the overarching goal of depth psychology approaches?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is the overarching goal of depth...

Question 22

Psychoanalytic counselors work with clients to bring unconscious material to the conscious awareness. Analysts often accomplish this using ____________.&#10;A) understanding-confusing sequence&#10;B) subjective responding&#10;C) dream analysis&#10;D) free association

Accepted Answer

The answer of Psychoanalytic counselors work with clients to bring...

Question 23

What is the relationship between the id, the ego, and the superego?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is the relationship between the id,...

Question 24

What are the assumptions made by object relations theory?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What are the assumptions made by object...

Question 25

Briefly describe transference and countertransference.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Briefly describe transference and countertransference....

Question 26

What are the strengths and weaknesses of these approaches with diverse populations?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What are the strengths and weaknesses of...

Question 27

A brief psychodynamic counselor uses _______________ when taking an opportunity in session to clarify with clients and work through old childhood traumas and relational patterns that may show up in the counseling relationship.

A) cultural assessment
B) corrective emotional experience
C) client-counseling encounter
D) countertransference

Accepted Answer

The answer of A brief psychodynamic counselor uses _______________ when...

Deck 8: Psychodynamic Counseling and Psychotherapy