Question 1

In Prochaska's transtheoretical model of behavior change, the stage that lets the therapist know that the client is highly motivated to change is&#10;A) contemplation.&#10;B) action.&#10;C) preparation.&#10;D) maintenance.

Accepted Answer

The preparation stage is when the client has made the decision to change their behavior and is taking active steps to do so. This stage shows that the client is highly motivated to change and is willing to put in the effort to make it happen. The contemplation stage is when the client is considering changing but has not yet committed to it, while the action and maintenance stages come after the behavior change has already been initiated.

Question 2

In the &#34;Stages of Counseling&#34; model, the stage where the client is helped to recognize and give up old ineffective patterns of behavior is&#10;A) problem exploration.&#10;B) awareness cultivation.&#10;C) problem resolution.&#10;D) termination.

Accepted Answer

The stage of awareness cultivation involves helping the client to become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This includes recognizing and giving up old ineffective patterns of behavior. In the other stages, problem exploration involves identifying and exploring the client's issues and concerns; problem resolution involves developing and implementing solutions; and termination involves ending the therapeutic relationship.

Question 3

The stages of counseling are not linear. This means&#10;A) the stages of counseling follow each other in order.&#10;B) once a problem is resolved it won't come back again.&#10;C) stage theories of counseling are not useful.&#10;D) clients can move forward and backwards through the stages.

Accepted Answer

The stages of counseling are not always linear because clients can move forward and backwards through the stages, and resolving a problem does not guarantee that it will not come back again. This is important for counselors to understand so they can be prepared to adjust their approach as necessary and support their clients throughout the entire process.

Question 4

Which of the following is an effective response style?&#10;A) empathizer&#10;B) expert&#10;C) advice-given&#10;D) problem solver

Accepted Answer

Empathizers are effective because they can understand and relate to the other person's feelings.

Question 5

Which of the following is an effective speaking style?&#10;A) circumscribing&#10;B) speaking too fast&#10;C) intellectualizing&#10;D) speaking respectfully

Accepted Answer

Speaking respectfully is an effective speaking style as it shows consideration and politeness towards the listeners, which can help build trust and rapport with them. Circumscribing, speaking too fast, and intellectualizing can all be ineffective styles that can hinder communication and understanding.

Question 6

Performance anxiety when counseling&#10;A) decreases with practice.&#10;B) increases with practice.&#10;C) always follows a bad experience.&#10;D) is rarely experienced.

Accepted Answer

Performance anxiety when counseling can decrease with practice because as counselors become more experienced and confident in their abilities, they may feel more comfortable and less anxious during sessions. However, this is not always the case and some counselors may still experience anxiety despite their level of experience.

Question 7

When a counselor starts to learn the skills and techniques of counseling, it is best to start with&#10;A) your family members.&#10;B) your peers.&#10;C) actual clients.&#10;D) your significant other.

Accepted Answer

Starting with peers allows for a safe and supportive environment where feedback can be given and received constructively. Peers are likely to be understanding and patient, making them ideal for practicing new skills.

Question 8

When using the triad model in counselor training, which of the following is NOT one of the roles?&#10;A) the client&#10;B) the counselor&#10;C) the teacher&#10;D) the observer

Accepted Answer

The triad model typically involves three roles: the client, the counselor, and the observer. The observer is typically a peer or supervisor who watches the counseling session and provides feedback to the counselor. The model does not typically involve a teacher role, as the focus is on experiential learning through practice and feedback rather than didactic instruction.

Question 9

When a counselor uses reflective practice, she&#10;A) comes to understand her values and assumptions.&#10;B) focuses more deeply on the client.&#10;C) reads about counseling theory.&#10;D) comes to understand how couples engage with each other.

Accepted Answer

Reflective practice involves self-examination and understanding one's own values and assumptions, which can improve the counselor's effectiveness.

Question 10

The best way for a new counselor to improve his counseling skills is to&#10;A) read scholarly articles.&#10;B) practice counseling.&#10;C) journal.&#10;D) develop a new theory of counseling.

Accepted Answer

The best way for a new counselor to improve their counseling skills is to practice counseling. Reading scholarly articles and journaling may provide some additional knowledge or self-reflection, but the true skill of counseling can only be developed through putting it into practice. Developing a new theory of counseling is not necessary for improving counseling skills and is a much more complex and long-term process.

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