Deck 16: On Becoming a Better Therapist: Self-Care and Developing Your Therapeutic Use of Self

Question 1

Cultivating intentionality in our use of self during therapy requires:

A) Recognizing and cultivating our strengths
B) Knowing and accepting our weaknesses and limitations
C) Striving for critical self-awareness and reflection
D) All of the above

Answer 1

All of the above

Question 2

Which of the following offer effective ways in which one can integrate self-care into the daily routine?

A) Setting aside regular and specific times in your schedule for self-care
B) Seizing in-the-moment opportunities for self-care
C) Both answers A and B

Answer 2

Both answers A and B

Question 3

Which of the following are important approaches toward self-care?

A) Capitalizing on interpersonal strengths
B) Attending continuing education courses
C) Building self-confidence
D) Both answers A and C

Answer 3

Both answers A and C

Question 4

It is important for occupational therapists to access one's internal motivations to continue practicing as a source of affirmation.

Question 5

Although responding to problems within a therapeutic relationship presents a challenge, the client's feedback on our interpersonal approach offers an opportunity for critical self-awareness, reflection, and professional growth.

Question 6

Cultivating the reflective use of your strengths and limits involves not only self-knowledge but also active use of that knowledge to behave with interpersonal consistency in order to optimize the client's therapeutic process.