Question 1

The general guideline for goal writing presented by the author is to follow the first part of the statement with a description using the language of the chosen theory and the _______________.

Accepted Answer

The general guideline for writing goals presented by the author is to follow the first part of the statement with a description using the language of the chosen theory and the symptom that will change. This helps to explicitly identify the target behavior or symptom that the client wants to address and change, which is essential for effective treatment planning and tracking progress. Therefore, option A is the best choice. The other options are either not relevant or not specific enough for goal writing.

Question 2

Clinical treatment plans provide a straightforward yet comprehensive view of treatment and include elements of both symptom-based and theory-based treatment plans.

Accepted Answer

Clinical treatment plans typically include a list of symptoms or problems to be addressed, as well as the underlying theories or approaches to be used in treatment. This provides a comprehensive and personalized plan for the client.

Question 3

Which of the following statements is most true about symptom-based treatment plans?

Accepted Answer

D

Question 4

After completing a case conceptualization and clinical assessment, the next step for the counselor is to ___________________________.

Accepted Answer

Developing a treatment plan is the next logical step after completing a case conceptualization and clinical assessment. This plan should include goals, objectives, and interventions for addressing the client's identified issues and concerns. A diagnosis may be a part of this process, but it is not the primary focus at this stage. Beginning regular sessions and billing for services would come after the treatment plan has been developed.

Question 5

The primary task of the closing phase is for counselors to make themselves unnecessary in the client's life, which is accomplished with _________________________________.

Accepted Answer

An aftercare plan helps clients maintain progress, manage future challenges, and ensures they have strategies for continued success, making the counselor's role less necessary.

Question 6

Working phase goals mostly address ________________________________.

Accepted Answer

Working phase goals in counseling typically involve identifying and addressing the underlying dynamics that create or sustain the client's symptoms or issues. This can include working on developing coping strategies, improving communication and relationship skills, and exploring past experiences or traumatic events that may be impacting the client's current functioning. It is less focused on crisis resolution or diagnosis, and developing an exit plan would typically occur towards the end of counseling rather than during the working phase.

Question 7

Clinical treatment plans consist of which the following phases of treatment?

Accepted Answer

Clinical treatment plans typically consist of three phases: the initial phase (assessment and diagnosis), the working phase (interventions), and the closing phase (termination and follow-up). Therefore, the most appropriate answer is C, which lists the phases as initial, working, and closing. The other options do not accurately reflect the typical phases of clinical treatment plans.

Question 8

The approved approach for treatment planning which managed care would approve for payment came from the _____________________.

Accepted Answer

Managed care is a system of healthcare delivery that seeks to manage the costs and quality of care by controlling where patients receive their care and how they receive it. The approach to treatment planning that managed care would approve for payment came from the medical field, as it emphasizes evidence-based practices and efficient use of resources. Mental health and social work fields also play a role in treatment planning but may not align with the priorities of managed care. The insurance field is a part of managed care but does not determine the approach to treatment planning.

Question 9

The difficulty with theory-based treatment plans is that they can be difficult for new counselors to address _________________ and _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The difficulty with theory-based treatment plans is...

Question 10

The goal: client will increase the frequency of social interaction with friends to reduce hopelessness and depressed mood is an example of ______________________.

Accepted Answer

This is a clinical goal as it focuses on improving the client's mental health by increasing social interactions to reduce feelings of hopelessness and depression.

Question 11

While writing initial phase treatment tasks will differ based on the chosen theory, most theories share all of the following initial tasks EXCEPT: ________________________.

Accepted Answer

Requiring payment prior to beginning sessions may be a policy of the therapist or agency, but it is not typically considered an initial task in the treatment process. The other three tasks (assessing dynamics, developing goals, and case management) are commonly shared among different theoretical approaches.

Question 12

Clinical treatment plans also address which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Clinical treatment plans also address which of...

Question 13

Regarding diversity, it is not a good practice to address counselor-client differences with the client, but rather attempt to mirror client culture, actions, and experiences in order to understand the client's subjective experience.

Accepted Answer

Addressing counselor-client differences is important for building trust and understanding, while mirroring can lead to assumptions and misunderstandings.

Question 14

The general guideline for goal writing presented by the author is to begin the goal statement with "Client will _____________" or "______________..."

Accepted Answer

Beginning the goal statement with "Client will increase" or "Client will decrease" provides a clear and measurable objective for the client to work towards. This helps to ensure that the goal is specific and achievable. Beginning the statement with other phrases like "attempt" or "feel" can be vague and difficult to quantify. Similarly, goals that begin with "refrain from" or "hope for" lack specificity and may not provide the client with a clear focus for their efforts.

Question 15

In nearly all cases the counselor can address diversity issues such as gender, age, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status with each _______________________?

Accepted Answer

The answer of In nearly all cases the counselor can...

Question 16

Unlike symptom-based goals which are simple to write, writing clinical goals is challenging because it requires using theory to describe the interplay between all of the following EXCEPT: _______________________________.

Accepted Answer

Writing clinical goals requires using theory to describe the interplay between personal dynamics, relational dynamics, and psychiatric symptoms. Counselor bias is not a factor that needs to be considered when writing clinical goals.

Question 17

____________________ are focused solely on medical symptoms.

Accepted Answer

Symptom-based treatment plans are focused solely on medical symptoms. The other options may take into account other factors such as emotions, behaviors, and environmental factors.

Question 18

Clinical treatment plans include all of the following elements, EXCEPT: ________________________________.

Accepted Answer

Clinical treatment plans do not include societal inferiority as it is a societal issue and not a component of individual treatment plans. The other elements, such as treatment tasks, diversity, and client goals and perspective are typically included in a clinical treatment plan.

Question 19

In the working phase, the primary task is to keep the ball rolling, which the counselor can accomplish by ___________________________ and ____________________________.

Accepted Answer

In the working phase, the counselor's primary task is to facilitate change and help the client make progress. This involves regularly assessing client progress to ensure interventions are effective, as well as monitoring the counseling relationship to maintain a strong therapeutic alliance. Option B is incorrect because assigning homework and requiring client compliance can be helpful in some cases, but it is not always necessary or appropriate. Option C is incorrect because psychoeducation and goal setting are important components of the counseling process, but they do not address the immediate task of keeping the ball rolling. Option D is incorrect because while identifying problems and focusing on solutions are crucial aspects of counseling, they are more relevant to the earlier phases of the counseling process (e.g., assessment and exploration).

Question 20

In the initial phase of counseling, generally sessions 1-3, client goals mostly involve _______________.

Accepted Answer

In the initial phase of counseling, the focus is on stabilizing crisis symptoms, addressing any immediate concerns or issues that the client presents with, and ensuring that the client is safe and secure. Once crisis symptoms are stabilized, the counselor can move on to focusing on the quality of the therapeutic relationship and helping the client identify and work towards longer-term goals. However, in the early stages of counseling, it is important to focus on ensuring the client's safety and stability.

Quiz 5: Treatment Planning