Question 1

Motivational interviewing was initially designed for use in:

Accepted Answer

Motivational interviewing was initially designed for use in addictions, particularly to help individuals overcome their ambivalence towards change and increase their motivation to modify their addictive behaviors. It has since been adapted for use in a range of other settings and can be applied to a variety of behavioral and lifestyle changes.

Question 2

Brian is thinking about attending graduate school to study clinical psychology. His friends and family have always told him that he is a good listener and gives off good vibes. Brian is genuinely interested in helping people. Based on research:

Accepted Answer

Brian is genuinely interested in helping people, and people find him warm and easy to talk to. These are all qualities that are important for a good therapist.

Question 3

By current standards, in order to conduct a therapy trial, a researcher must

Accepted Answer

A therapy manual is essential for standardizing the treatment protocol and ensuring consistency across the trial.

Question 4

Motivational interviewing (MI)is most similar to:

Accepted Answer

MI shares many similarities with client-centred therapy, such as the non-judgmental and empathetic approach to understanding the client's experience. However, MI differs in its directive approach, where the therapist helps guide the client towards resolving ambivalence and making positive changes. MI does not have a focus on motivations similar to psychodynamic therapy, does not utilize the empty-chair technique as in gestalt therapy, and while emotional dysregulation can be addressed in MI, it is not a primary focus as in dialectical behavioral therapy.

Question 5

A review of the client-therapist relationship by Adam Horvath from Simon Fraser University revealed that therapy outcome was best predicted by:

Accepted Answer

The patient's perceptions of the therapist's behaviour are the best predictor of therapy outcome, as this aspect directly influences how comfortable, understood, and supported the patient feels, which are crucial factors for a successful therapeutic process.

Question 6

Motivational interviewing is increasingly combined with _____ in treatment of diverse disorders, such as anxiety.

Accepted Answer

Motivational interviewing is often combined with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in the treatment of various disorders, including anxiety. The goal of the combination is to help clients to change their behavior by increasing their motivation and building their self-efficacy through motivational interviewing, while teaching them specific skills to manage their symptoms through CBT.

Question 7

According to Parry et al. (2010), what frustrates clinicians and health services researchers in regard to research outcomes?

Accepted Answer

All of the above statements are mentioned in the article by Parry et al. (2010) as sources of frustration for clinicians and health services researchers in regard to research outcomes.

Question 8

Maria has training in biopsychology and clinical psychology. As such, she specializes in treating people with biologically-oriented disorders. In order to appear warm to potential clients, how should she describe herself on her website?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Maria has training in biopsychology and clinical...

Question 9

Which of the following is true about the "working alliance" in therapy?

Accepted Answer

The working alliance in therapy involves an agreement between patient and therapist about the goals and tasks of therapy. This is a specific factor that is related to the quality of treatment. It is not inversely related to client satisfaction, and while it can be both a cause and an outcome of therapeutic change, it is considered an important factor in promoting positive outcomes in therapy.

Question 10

Studies of therapeutic alliance indicate that ___________ in predicting positive treatment outcome.

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that the client's perception of the therapeutic alliance is a stronger predictor of positive treatment outcomes than the therapist's perception.

Question 11

All counselors go through training programs that train them in:

Accepted Answer

The answer of All counselors go through training programs that...

Question 12

The earliest treatment manuals were developed

Accepted Answer

The earliest treatment manuals were developed in the 1950s and 1960s for evaluating systematic desensitization trials in the treatment of anxiety disorders. These manuals provided detailed outlines and instructions for conducting the treatment, and helped standardize the therapy and ensure consistency across therapists and settings.

Question 13

Dr. McDonald has been working with Bob for a while in therapy. He thinks that they have a good working alliance, however Bob isn't quite as certain. What are the implications for Bob's treatment?

Accepted Answer

The client's perception of the working alliance has been found to be a stronger predictor of positive treatment outcome than the therapist's perception. Therefore, if Bob doesn't feel that the working alliance is strong, it may indicate that his treatment may not be as successful as Dr. McDonald thinks it will be. It is important for the therapist to address any issues with the working alliance in order to improve the likelihood of positive treatment outcomes.

Question 14

If you were seeking treatment for generalized anxiety disorder, which of the following would you choose for longer-lasting benefit?

Accepted Answer

The answer of If you were seeking treatment for generalized...

Question 15

Research indicates that therapeutic alliance:

Accepted Answer

Therapeutic alliance is associated with positive treatment outcomes, including a rapid decline in maladjustment across different treatment modalities, indicating its importance in the effectiveness of therapy.

Question 16

Early in therapy, Tom has found that he enjoys meeting with his therapist. The two seem to be working toward a common goal, and the time appears to go quickly. This would characterize a good:

Accepted Answer

A working alliance is a collaborative relationship between a therapist and client that is characterized by mutual respect, trust, and a shared understanding of the goals of therapy.

Question 17

Which of the following is the best characterization of the working alliance?

Accepted Answer

Positive working alliance leads to symptom change.

Question 18

Joe has a choice between two therapists - Hal, who has been in clinical practice for 20 years, or Michael, who recently completed his training as a counselor. Assuming all other variables are the same, if Joe wants to have a better experience, based on research, which therapist should he choose?

Accepted Answer

Based on research, therapist experience is positively correlated with treatment outcomes. Therefore, Hal, with 20 years of experience, is the better choice for Joe.

Question 19

Which of the following concerns have been noted about the use of treatment manuals?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following concerns have been...

Question 20

Jenna and Jill both enter into therapy at their university counseling centre for the treatment of anxiety. In addition to problems with anxiety, Jenna also has a problem with gambling. After 8 sessions of treatment, both women terminate therapy successfully. Who will likely continue to have symptoms of anxiety, if either?

Accepted Answer

Jenna is likely to continue having symptoms of anxiety because problem gambling is often associated with higher levels of anxiety, and its presence can complicate the treatment of anxiety. Without addressing the gambling issue directly, underlying anxiety may persist or recur.

Quiz 17: Outcomes and Issues in Psychological Intervention