Question 1

In client-centered therapy,the therapist

Accepted Answer

Client-centered therapy was developed by Carl Rogers and emphasizes creating a non-judgmental, supportive and empathetic environment for clients to explore their own thoughts, feelings and experiences. The therapist does not assume a role of leadership or direct the client's efforts but instead works to create an atmosphere of growth where the client can come to their own insights and solutions. The therapist also does not explore the client's unconscious thoughts and feelings but instead focuses on the client's present experiences and how they can best grow and develop. Finally, while the therapist may help the client form new habits, the primary focus is on supporting the client's personal growth and exploration.

Question 2

Client-centered therapy is based on the work of

Accepted Answer

Client-centered therapy is based on the work of Carl Rogers. He believed that clients have an innate drive towards self-actualization and that the therapist's role is to create a non-judgmental, empathetic, and supportive environment to facilitate the client's growth and transformation.

Question 3

Total and uncritical acceptance of a client's thoughts and feelings is called

Accepted Answer

Total and uncritical acceptance of a client's thoughts and feelings is called unconditional positive regard. Empathic understanding and reflection are related skills in active listening, but they do not involve the same level of acceptance as unconditional positive regard. Transference refers to the client's tendency to unconsciously transfer feelings and attitudes from past relationships onto the therapist.

Question 4

Peter's therapist refuses to react with shock or disapproval to anything Peter relates to him about his thoughts and feelings.Peter's therapist is providing

Accepted Answer

Peter's therapist is providing unconditional positive regard, which means accepting and respecting Peter as he is, without passing judgment or reacting with shock or disapproval, which creates a safe and non-judgmental environment for Peter to explore and express his thoughts and feelings.

Question 5

Regarding the differences in traditional psychoanalysis and Roger's humanistic therapy,which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A) This statement is false. Traditional psychoanalysis focuses on exploring the unconscious, while humanistic therapy emphasizes conscious thoughts and feelings.
B) This statement is true. In psychoanalysis, the therapist tends to take a more authoritative stance, while in Rogerian therapy, the client determines the direction of the session.
C) This statement is false. Humanistic therapists tend to be more optimistic than psychoanalysts about their clients' potential for personal growth and self-actualization. 
D) This statement is false because only statement B is true.

Question 6

Aaron is a therapist,who always tries to be honest and genuine in his dealings with his clients and strives to not hide behind the "phony front" of his professional role.According to Rogers,Aaron is

Accepted Answer

Aaron's behavior of trying to be honest and genuine with his clients and not hiding behind a professional facade is indicative of the concept of authenticity in client-centered therapy as described by Carl Rogers.

Question 7

Which type of talk-oriented therapy is nondirective and is based on insights from conscious thoughts and feelings?

Accepted Answer

Client-centered therapy is a nondirective talk-oriented therapy that focuses on insights from conscious thoughts and feelings. It was developed by Carl Rogers and emphasizes the importance of the therapist providing a supportive and nonjudgmental environment for the client to explore their experiences and gain self-awareness.

Question 8

As Janice relates to her therapist the stress she is feeling as a single parent,her therapist tries to look at the world through Janice's eyes and tries to feel the worry and emotional exhaustion that Janice is presently experiencing.
Janice's therapist is exhibiting

Accepted Answer

The therapist is showing empathy by trying to understand Janice's perspective and feel what she is feeling. Authenticity refers to the therapist being genuine and real with their client. Reflection is a therapeutic technique that involves repeating back to the client what they have said to ensure understanding. Transference refers to a client projecting their feelings and attitudes onto the therapist.

Question 9

In which type of therapy must the person actively seek to solve his or her own problems with the therapist's job being to create a safe "atmosphere of growth" by providing opportunities for change?

Accepted Answer

Client-centered therapy places the responsibility of problem-solving on the person seeking therapy, while the therapist provides a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere for growth and change. In this therapy, the therapist acts as a facilitator rather than a problem solver.

Question 10

Regarding Carl Rogers' type of therapy,which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Rogers' therapy is considered a non-directive, client-centered type of therapy. The focus is on the client's own understanding and finding their way to their own solutions, rather than the therapist instructing or directing the client.

Question 11

Carl Rogers developed

Accepted Answer

Carl Rogers was the founder of person-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and congruence to help individuals develop a greater sense of self-worth and achieve personal growth.

Question 12

Which of the following group of techniques would be utilized in client-centered therapy?

Accepted Answer

Client-centered therapy, also known as person-centered therapy, emphasizes empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard from the therapist towards the client. This includes reflective listening, validation of the client's feelings, and refraining from judgment, confrontation, and interpretation. Therefore, the techniques utilized in client-centered therapy are reflection, unconditional positive regard, and empathy.

Question 13

According to Rogers,when a therapist attempts to see the world through the client's eyes and to feel some part of what the client is feeling,the therapist is exhibiting

Accepted Answer

Empathy involves the therapist attempting to understand and feel what the client is experiencing. This is a key component of Rogers' person-centered approach, which emphasizes the therapist's ability to be empathic, nonjudgmental, and genuine with the client. Authenticity refers to the therapist's ability to be genuine and transparent in their interactions with the client, while reflection involves restating or summarizing the client's statements to help clarify their meaning. Transference refers to the client's unconsciously transferring feelings and attitudes from past relationships onto the therapist.

Question 14

Regarding client-centered therapy,which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Client-centered therapy is a non-directive approach, meaning that the therapist does not give advice or interpretation but instead actively listens and empathizes with the client's experience. The client determines what will be discussed during each session, and the therapist's role is to create an environment that facilitates the client's self-exploration and growth. Therefore, statement C, which suggests the therapist uses a directive approach to delve into the client's unconscious conflicts, is false.

Question 15

Client-centered,or person-centered,therapy would be considered a(n) _______ therapy.

Accepted Answer

Client-centered therapy, also known as person-centered therapy, is a nondirective therapy that focuses on the client's subjective experience and empowers the client to develop their own solutions. It does not involve giving advice or directing the client's actions. The therapy is focused on gaining insight and self-awareness rather than taking action or providing directives. Therefore, the best choice is C) nondirective, insight.

Question 16

Which therapy focuses on the therapist being authentic,showing empathy,and reflecting the client's thoughts and feelings?

Accepted Answer

Client-centered therapy, also known as person-centered therapy, emphasizes the importance of the therapist being authentic, empathetic, and reflective in their interactions with clients. The therapist provides a supportive and non-judgmental environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings, and helps them gain self-understanding and self-growth through reflection and exploration of their experiences. Psychoanalysis, cognitive therapy, and Gestalt therapy have different theoretical orientations and therapeutic techniques.

Question 17

Rogers stated that an effective therapist should be able to see and feel what the client is experiencing,a quality known as

Accepted Answer

Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. It is a key quality of an effective therapist, as it allows them to connect with their clients and provide support in a compassionate and understanding way. Rogers emphasized the importance of empathy in therapy, as he believed that it helped clients to feel valued and understood, and facilitated their growth and self-discovery.

Question 18

Unconditional positive regard is an essential condition of what therapy?

Accepted Answer

Unconditional positive regard is a fundamental condition of client-centered therapy, also known as person-centered therapy. This approach was developed by Carl Rogers and emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and the therapist's nonjudgmental empathy and unconditional positive regard for the client.

Question 19

In client-centered therapy,the troubled individual

Accepted Answer

In client-centered therapy, the client determines what will be discussed during each session and is considered to be the expert on their own experience. The therapist does not confront the client or try to strip them of ego-defenses, but instead provides a non-judgmental and empathetic environment for the client to explore their own thoughts and feelings. The therapist may also use reflective listening and other techniques to help the client clarify their thoughts and find their own solutions to their problems. Therefore, option D is the best choice.

Question 20

Compared to a psychoanalyst,a psychologist practicing client-centered psychotherapy is more likely to use

Accepted Answer

Client-centered psychotherapy places emphasis on the client's conscious thoughts and feelings, rather than focusing on unconscious processes, which is the primary focus of psychoanalysis. The therapist provides a nonjudgmental and empathetic environment in which clients can explore and understand their emotions, experiences, and behaviors. The therapist helps the client recognize their own strengths and abilities to make positive changes in their life. This approach does not rely on analysis of resistance and transference or the use of hypnosis or tactics to uncover repressed memories.

Quiz 66: Therapies: Humanistic and Cognitive Therapies