Question 1

The primary goal of cognitive-behavioral counseling is to ___________________________.

Accepted Answer

The primary goal of cognitive-behavioral counseling is to reduce presenting symptoms and problems. While increasing awareness, reducing socially unacceptable or non-productive behavior, and educating the client are all important aspects of the therapy, they are not the primary goal. The primary goal is to reduce symptoms and problems by changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.

Question 2

All of the following are dysfunctional schemas that Beck postulated were commonly associated with specific personality disorders, EXCEPT: _____________________.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

The long term goal of cognitive-behavioral counseling is best described by which of the following statements?

Accepted Answer

The long term goal of cognitive-behavioral counseling is to empower clients to independently recognize and manage dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors early enough to prevent distress. This includes teaching clients new cognitive and behavioral coping strategies and helping them develop self-awareness and self-monitoring skills. The emphasis is on empowering clients to take active steps to prevent future problems, rather than simply relying on the counselor to solve their problems for them.

Question 4

Ann is seeing a cognitive-behavioral counselor who asks her to log the frequency, duration, and severity of anxiety. The counselor is assessing Ann's _________________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Ann is seeing a cognitive-behavioral counselor who...

Question 5

The model that best highlights the essence of cognitive approaches is ___________________ developed by Albert Ellis for rational emotive behavioral therapy.

Accepted Answer

The A-B-C model is the correct answer because it was developed by Albert Ellis specifically for rational emotive behavioral therapy (REBT). This model emphasizes the cognitive processes of individuals, where A stands for an activating event, B for beliefs about the event, and C for the emotional and behavioral consequences. This highlights the essence of cognitive approaches by focusing on how our beliefs about events affect our emotional and behavioral responses.

Question 6

________________ approaches use classical conditioning, operant conditioning, and social learning theory and focus on analyzing and intervening on observable and measurable behaviors.

Accepted Answer

Behavioral approaches use classical and operant conditioning, along with social learning theory, to understand and modify observable behaviors. This approach emphasizes the importance of the environment in shaping behavior, rather than internal thoughts or emotions. It focuses on changing behavior through reinforcement, punishment, and modeling.

Question 7

Which of the following statement best describes the concept of irrational beliefs?

Accepted Answer

Irrational beliefs refer to dysfunctional or unrealistic thoughts that individuals have about themselves, others, and the world around them. These irrational beliefs are often triggered by activating events, but it is the belief itself, not the event, that leads to negative emotions and behaviors. Cognitive-behavioral counselors focus on identifying and challenging these irrational beliefs in order to change negative thought patterns and improve mental health.

Question 8

A cognitive-behavioral therapist uses functional analysis to assess what the client is doing and thinking before, during, and after the symptom in order identify cause and effect patterns.

Accepted Answer

This is true. Functional analysis is a key component of cognitive-behavioral therapy and involves examining the antecedents, behaviors, and consequences of a client's symptoms to identify patterns and potential triggers.

Question 9

Cognitive-behavioral counselors frequently use _______________ to spell out goals and expectations and to increase motivation and dedication with clients.

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-behavioral counselors often use written contracts to clearly define goals, expectations, and responsibilities in the therapeutic process. This helps in increasing the client's motivation and commitment to change.

Question 10

____________________ approaches are based on the premise that psychological disorders result from dysfunctional thinking and beliefs and that improvement comes from modifying thought patterns and beliefs.

Accepted Answer

The approach described is the cognitive approach. It focuses on the role of thoughts and beliefs in the development and treatment of psychological disorders. The other options (behavioral, traditional, and conditioned) do not specifically focus on thoughts and beliefs in this way.

Question 11

__________________ is the hallmark intervention of cognitive-behavioral counseling and aims to teach clients psychological principles and how to use them to handle problems.

Accepted Answer

Psychoeducation is the hallmark intervention of cognitive-behavioral counseling as it aims to teach clients psychological principles and how to use them to handle problems. Empathy and Socratic method or guided discovery are important skills utilized in cognitive-behavioral counseling, but they are not the hallmark intervention. Self-talk is a technique that may be used in cognitive-behavioral counseling, but it is not the hallmark intervention.

Question 12

Mark, a cognitive-behavioral counselor remains neutral and uses open-ended questions to help his client discover the illogical nature of her beliefs and to use her own logic to convince her of needed change. This intervention is called ________________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Mark, a cognitive-behavioral counselor remains neutral and...

Question 13

Behavioralists argue that the ______________ is responsible for choosing thoughts and beliefs that results in healthy behaviors and positive emotions.

Accepted Answer

Behavioralists believe in the concept of individual agency, which means that individuals have the power to make choices and decisions that impact their behavior and emotions. Therefore, according to this perspective, the individual is responsible for choosing thoughts and beliefs that result in positive outcomes. The other options, such as family or counselor, may play a role in influencing an individual's behavior and emotions, but ultimately it is up to the individual to make the choice. The brain is also important, but it is seen as a more passive recipient of information rather than an active decision-maker.

Question 14

Most contemporary practitioners utilize cognitive-behavioral approaches which _______________________________________.

Accepted Answer

Contemporary practitioners utilize cognitive-behavioral approaches that integrate cognitive and behavioral techniques to change not only thoughts and behaviors but also feelings. This approach recognizes the interconnectedness of thoughts, behaviors, and emotions and aims to create lasting change by addressing all three.

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the role of the cognitive-behavioral counselor?

Accepted Answer

The cognitive-behavioral counselor's role is primarily educational, using expertise to teach clients techniques to manage their thoughts, feelings, and emotions more effectively. While the counselor may also provide encouragement and support, their primary focus is on helping the client learn and develop coping skills.

Question 16

The cognitive-behavioral approach involves four phases: ____________, __________, ________, and ___________.

Accepted Answer

The cognitive-behavioral approach involves assessment, targeting behaviors/thoughts for change, education, and replacing and retraining those behaviors/thoughts.

Question 17

Like Beck, Ellis assessed for faulty cognitions, called __________________ which were typically flagged by words such as "would", "should", "ought", "must".

Accepted Answer

The answer of Like Beck, Ellis assessed for faulty cognitions,...

Question 18

Stress inoculation training helps clients change ______________ and _______________, and increase coping skills by using a three phase approach: education, training, and practice.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Stress inoculation training helps clients change ______________...

Question 19

Regarding the cognitive-behavioral counselors' approach to empathy, which of the following is true.

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-behavioral counselors view empathy as an important tool to build rapport with their clients and establish a therapeutic relationship. However, they do not believe that empathy alone is enough to change behavior or thoughts. Instead, empathy is used as a stepping stone to introduce interventions that will lead to cognitive and behavioral changes.

Question 20

Aaron Beck used a cognitive approach which identifies schemas and core beliefs that ______________________________________, and changes them using thought records.

Accepted Answer

Aaron Beck's cognitive approach focuses on identifying schemas and core beliefs that fuel and maintain problems, and then aims to change them using thought records to help individuals overcome these issues.

Quiz 11: Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches