You will use this when you make your case presentation to your lab group. The report should include a presentation of the theory contents, a critical discussion of the theory s usefulness and application, a demonstration of techniques, and an exercise to help members of the seminar experience some aspect or technique of the theory. Each exam will be about 50 multiple choice questions. Paper should be about three to four pages long and should include an attempt at integration - not just picking what you liked from each theory. Students learn counseling assessment strategies for each theory and practice Assessment and case presentation in labs.
Students develop counseling and communication skills in lab and in class discussion and exercises.
Personal introspection and analysis of reactions and counter transferene to clients and problems is included as part of several theories and as part of the lab. Papers assigned emphasis critical analysis and class discussions focus on a critique of each theory. The text emphasizes multicultural counseling considerations as does the instructor. Questions are posed concerning the applicability of theories to diverse groups. Ethical principles and applications are discussed regarding lab cases and hypothetical situations.