Question 1

Some counseling techniques are appropriate for individual counseling, while others apply more to group counseling. Which of the following counselor skills applied to individual as well as group counseling?

Accepted Answer

Summarizing is a skill that is useful in both individual and group counseling to help clarify and consolidate information shared during sessions.

Question 2

The counseling profession is based upon some general philosophical propositions. Which of these is not one of them?

Accepted Answer

Counseling is not always a clearly defined helping relationship as it can vary in structure and approach depending on the needs of the client and the context.

Question 3

Which counselor intervention most closely follows client verbalizations?

Accepted Answer

Restatement of content involves the counselor repeating or paraphrasing what the client has said, closely following the client's verbalizations.

Question 4

Which of these is not one of the core elements of the helping relationship?

Accepted Answer

Psychodynamics, while important in understanding human behavior and mental processes, is not considered a core element of the helping relationship. The core elements typically focus on the interaction and relationship-building aspects, such as theory, social influence, and human relations, which directly impact the effectiveness of help provided.

Question 5

Maslow believes that individuals are unable to reach self-actualization until they

Accepted Answer

Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory posits that individuals must satisfy lower-level needs (such as physiological needs, safety, love/belonging, and esteem) before they can achieve self-actualization, which is the realization of an individual's potential, self-fulfillment, seeking personal growth and peak experiences.

Question 6

Counselors who choose their approach and techniques according to the needs and capacity of each individual client are said to be

Accepted Answer

Eclectic counselors select their approach and techniques based on the specific needs and capacities of each client, rather than adhering strictly to one counseling theory or method. This allows for a more personalized and flexible approach to therapy.

Question 7

The "mediator" is an important dimension of which type of consultation?

Accepted Answer

The "mediator" is a key component of triadic consultation, which involves three parties: the consultant, the consultee, and the client (or situation) being addressed. The consultant acts as a mediator between the consultee and the client or situation.

Question 8

When a counselor's response includes congruent ideas and feelings from another frame of reference to facilitate client exploration, Ivey would say the counselor is using

Accepted Answer

Additive empathy involves the counselor adding to the client's understanding by incorporating congruent ideas and feelings from another frame of reference, which facilitates deeper exploration by the client.

Question 9

"Empty chair" is a group technique used by which type of group counselor?

Accepted Answer

The "empty chair" technique is a method used in Gestalt therapy, where clients engage in a dialogue with an imaginary person or aspect of themselves sitting in an empty chair. This technique helps clients explore their feelings and thoughts in a deep and meaningful way.

Question 10

Johari's window is a technique used to indicate differences in.

Accepted Answer

Johari's window is a technique used to help people better understand their relationship with themselves and others, focusing on openness in communication and self-disclosure.

Question 11

Which type of group counselor views people as basically positive and moving toward actualization?

Accepted Answer

Group-centered approaches, often associated with humanistic psychology, view individuals as inherently good and striving towards self-actualization. This perspective emphasizes the positive nature of humans and their potential for growth.

Question 12

Oral or written behavioural agreements in groups counseling are referred to as

Accepted Answer

Contracts are used in group counseling to establish clear agreements on behavior, expectations, and rules among group members and the counselor, enhancing structure and safety within the group.

Question 13

Brainstorming is a process used by groups for problem solving. Which of these is not a characteristic of brain storming?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

In rational-emotive and cognitive- behavioural therapy groups the focus is more on thoughts than on feelings. These techniques help people become aware of their

Accepted Answer

Rational-emotive and cognitive-behavioral therapy groups emphasize the importance of internal dialogue or "self-talk" in influencing emotions and behaviors. These therapies aim to help individuals identify and change irrational or maladaptive thoughts.

Question 15

Self-disclosure involves

Accepted Answer

Self-disclosure involves sharing self-knowledge with the group, which can help build trust and foster deeper connections among group members. It is a process of revealing personal information to others which can enhance understanding and empathy within the group.

Question 16

When a group member projects feelings deriving from past relationship onto the therapist, it is called

Accepted Answer

Transference occurs when a person in therapy projects feelings or attitudes from a past relationship onto their therapist. This is a common phenomenon in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapies, where understanding and analyzing these projections can help address unresolved issues from the past.

Question 17

Confidentiality may be breached by a counselor

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality may be breached by a counselor when ordered by the court, as legal mandates can override confidentiality agreements in certain situations.

Question 18

Role playing is an effective technique used in group counselling. Which of the following is not a benefit of role playing?

Accepted Answer

Role playing in group counseling is designed to help individuals practice new skills, identify effective and ineffective behaviors, and prepare for real-life situations. It is not intended to serve as an escape from being oneself but rather as a tool for personal growth and understanding.

Quiz 3: Counseling and Group Techniques: Exploring Skills, Philosophies, and Interventions