Question 1

Solution Focused Brief Therapy is most similar to:

Accepted Answer

Solution Focused Brief Therapy is most similar to Individual Psychology, which focuses on the individual's strengths and potential for growth rather than on their past experiences or unconscious motivations.

Question 2

Asking a child the miracle question after the death of a parent:

Accepted Answer

The miracle question is not recommended in this context as it may be insensitive and inappropriate given the child's recent loss and emotional state.

Question 3

SFBT helpers, regardless of their setting, consistently communicate the core conditions of respect, unconditional positive regard, and empathic understanding

Accepted Answer

SFBT (Solution-Focused Brief Therapy) helpers emphasize the core conditions of respect, unconditional positive regard, and empathic understanding in their practice.

Question 4

The central philosophy of SFBT can be summarized with three guiding principles including all but which:

Accepted Answer

The central philosophy of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) includes doing more of what works, not fixing what isn't broken, and doing something different if it doesn't work. Trying again one more time is not part of these principles.

Question 5

Therapists working from solution-focused models place __________ emphasis on problems,

Accepted Answer

Solution-focused therapy emphasizes solutions and future possibilities rather than dwelling on problems.

Question 6

"The situation will be resolved! You will solve the problem!"is an example of:

Accepted Answer

The statement assumes that the problem will be solved, which is a characteristic of pre-suppositional language, where the resolution is taken for granted.

Question 7

If a counselor states : "It is clear to me that you are committed to getting through this rough time because you like school and want to do well.You mentioned many things that you want to accomplish this year.I also want to say that you showed courage in scheduling a time to visit with me about the difficult time you are having now, and the things you want to do this year" this is an example of:

Accepted Answer

The counselor is giving positive feedback and encouragement, which is an example of compliments.

Question 8

.When a counselor focuses on behaviors and symptoms rather than diagnoses or pessimistic adjectives they are:

Accepted Answer

Relabeling to avoid pathological terms involves using more neutral or positive language to describe behaviors and symptoms, rather than using diagnoses or pessimistic adjectives.

Question 9

These encourage student clients and energize them to continue working to overcome current challenges.

Accepted Answer

Compliments encourage and motivate students by acknowledging their efforts and achievements, helping them to stay energized and continue working through challenges.

Question 10

If a counselor states : "Pay attention to what happens during the week when things are going well.I'd like to hear about those times next week" he or she is:

Accepted Answer

The counselor is assigning a task by asking the client to observe and report back on positive experiences during the week.

Question 11

A solution-focused professional helper may state "We have talked about many important things this morning.Please give me just a few moments to think about the things you have said, and then perhaps offer some ideas that may be helpful" when he or she is:

Accepted Answer

The statement indicates that the professional helper is taking a moment to reflect on the conversation, which aligns with taking a break to process the information before offering solutions.

Question 12

Casting a negatively connoted trait in the frame of a positive attribute is called:

Accepted Answer

Reframing involves changing the way a trait or situation is perceived, often by presenting it in a more positive light.

Question 13

Who is the originator of Solution-Focused Therapy?

Accepted Answer

Steve de Shazer is credited as one of the originators of Solution-Focused Therapy.

Question 14

Typical components of SFBT sessions include:

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

The "E" in the acronym EARS stands for:

Accepted Answer

The "E" in EARS stands for "Elicit what's better," which is part of a coaching or counseling technique to draw out positive aspects or improvements from a situation.

Question 16

Examinations of the efficacy of SFBT have been conducted primarily with:

Accepted Answer

Adults are the primary population with whom SFBT has been studied.

Question 17

If a counselor states : "That's one explanation for why you are feeling discouraged.Another explanation might be that your work has been so much harder this year and you have taken on a leadership role" he or she is:

Accepted Answer

Reframing involves offering a different perspective or interpretation of a situation, which is what the counselor is doing by suggesting an alternative explanation for the client's feelings.

Question 18

Professionals who use the SFBT framework are often ___________ when progress is not apparent.

Accepted Answer

Professionals using the Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) framework are typically transparent with clients about progress, as the approach emphasizes collaboration and open communication.

Question 19

Examinations of the efficacy of SFBT have been conducted primarily:

Accepted Answer

Examinations of the efficacy of SFBT have been conducted primarily in clinical settings.

Question 20

If a counselor states : "I'd like you to imagine that one night late next week--maybe Thursday, possibly as early as Wednesday, but maybe as late as next weekend on Sunday--a miracle happens in the night while you are asleep, but you don't know that it happens.What will happen the next morning that will give you a clue that the miracle did, indeed, take place" he or she is using:

Accepted Answer

The counselor is using the "miracle question," a technique often used in solution-focused therapy to help clients envision how their life would be different if a problem were miraculously solved.

Quiz 7: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy in Schools