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The paper relates that based on brief counseling or solution-based counseling, Jorge's behavioral problems all result from learning, which of course is a positive point. Two main questions were asked about this case: What is the root problem is there is one, and since brief counseling is based in the client's solutions, what are Jorge's strengths? The paper explains that Jorge needs to understand that he is actually a fast learner who must unlearn information received from his father. The paper further explains that the crux of the problem is the father's creation of conflict and criticism of Mrs. F. Jorge has learned negative information about his mother's lack of caring.

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"Based on brief counseling or solution-based counseling, Jorge's behavioral problems all result from learning, which of course is a positive point. Two main questions were asked about this case: What is the root problem is there is one, and since brief counseling is based in the client's solutions, what are Jorge's strengths? Jorge needs to understand that he is actually a fast learner who must unlearn information received from his father. The crux of the problem is the father's creation of conflict and criticism of Mrs. F. Jorge has learned negative information about his..."

Tags:brief, therapy, school

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This paper provides book report on three books regarding counseling. The three books discussed are: 'Brief Counseling in Action' by John M. Littrell, 'Counseling Children and Adolescents' by Ann Vernon and 'Career Counseling' by Norman C. Gysbers, Mary J. Heppner and Joseph A. Johnston. The reports examine the author's main points. The writer of this article discusses the validity of these points, critical issues raised, language used, types of evidence (primary, secondary) and looks at what the books have in common. The paper also discusses the relevance of the books to a B.A. degree in Counseling and reveals what was learned from the books.

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"This book is an introduction to brief therapy for counselors and counseling students that will enable the reader to establish the mindset for brief counseling. It will help them master the key steps in the solution-focused model and acquire the necessary techniques for speeding up the action. The book uses many vignettes and three in-depth single-session cases demonstrating the use of brief counseling in different settings such as schools, counseling centers and in private ... "

Tags:brief counseling, child and adolescent counseling, career counseling

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The following discussion presents a review of the book, "Hope-focused Marriage Counseling: A Guide to Brief Therapy." The current review begins with a brief summary of the book, followed by concrete responses in relation to a personal life episode relevant to the book. Additionally, the discussion presents reflective questions in response to the reading. The paper concludes with commentary regarding how the information in the book will influence the author's personal growth process.

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"The following discussion presents a review of the book, Hope-focused Marriage Counseling: A Guide to Brief Therapy. The current review begins with a brief prAfA(c)cis of the reading. This is followed by concrete responses in relation to a personal life episode relevant to the book. In addition, the current discussion presents reflective questions in response to the reading. The paper concludes with commentary regarding how the information in the book will influence how I am going to continue my personal growth process...."

Tags:marriage counseling, christian counseling, counselin

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This Masters level paper is a brief analysis of the differences and similarities in the ethics, membership, and function of the American Counseling Association, the Christian Association of Psychological Studies, and the Association of Pastoral Counselors.

Tags:PSYCHOLOGY / COUNSELLING, SOCIAL WORK, professional counseling organizations

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The paper reviews the literature to provide a description of solution focused brief therapy (SFBT), as well as an analysis of its relative strengths and limitations for school counseling practice. The paper concludes that the SFBT approach represents a valuable tool in any school counselors' repertoire, particularly since it can be used either as a stand-alone approach or in conjunction with other counseling methods. This paper contains a table.

Outline:
Review and Analysis
Conclusion

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"Some of the more salient strengths of SFBT relate to its cost effectiveness and ability to effect positive changes in students in a relatively short amount of time. In this regard, Jones and Charlton (1999) report that, "Solution-focused brief therapy is based on one simple idea which, however, is difficult to put into practice: listen to the child, find out what it is that the child wants and work with the child towards achieving it" (p. 70). Although this approach sounds straightforward and simple enough, young people are not "little adults" and they may not be as forthcoming as their adult counterparts in revealing what is troubling them; indeed, they may not even be consciously aware of the more operative factors that are adversely affecting their lives and academic performance. Although this is not an absolute prerequisite for the SFBT approach to succeed, there are some others that must be satisfied in order for this counseling technique to achieve meaningful change. As Jones and Charlton point out, "The prerequisite from the child must be a desire to change and the prerequisite from the teacher must be a willingness to look at all sorts of issues with the child. The teacher's goal is to help the child to learn, yet, in order to achieve this, issues may need to be covered that may seem to be wholly unrelated to work. Several meetings will probably be needed and could be as short as ten minutes or as long as an hour" (p. 70)."

Tags:counseling, behavior, patterns

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This case study consists of a brief description of two career counseling sessions with a fictionalized male freshman student, Drew B. The paper relates that Drew has decided to make a change in his choice of major from sociology to nursing, a change of which he fears his father will not approve. The paper explains that he is concerned about his father's approval because it is Drew's father who pays for his tuition.

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"Client: Drew B. Meeting Dates/Times: April 14 2:00-2:45 [Appropriate place] April 28 2:00-2:45 [Appropriate place] Basic Demographic Information: Age: 19 Gender: Male Ethnic Group: Caucasian Family: Lives on campus in student housing Assessment Results: Strong Interest Inventory: ASC..."

Tags:counseling, career, transcript

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This paper examines three scholarly articles on counseling and elementary schools; the first focuses on special needs students, the second focuses on depression, and the third focuses on children of alcoholics. The paper's reviews are brief, they discuss methodology, and there is a response to the validity and purpose of all three studies.

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"Frye (2005) undertook an ethnographic study in which a phenomenological inquiry process was applied to three counselors at the elementary school level. The purpose of the study was to identify the degree to which school counselors believe themselves capable of working with students with disabilities, and the rationale for the study was to identify whether the demands of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) were compatible with the scope of the counselor's abilities. The methodology used was an ethnographic interview method of qualitative..."

Tags:school, counseling, setting

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Eclectic Counseling refers to a class of counselors who neither attach themselves to any theoretical approach, nor construct independent systems, but select such approaches as are appropriate for the client in every school. This discussion will focus on eclectic counseling. Initially it will be defined more thoroughly and illustrated by reference to a handful of theoretical cases and eclectic responses to them. Subsequently the advantages and potential pitfalls of the eclectic approach will be considered. Then its appropriateness in the contemporary context will be outlined. Finally, a brief concluding section will highlight the salient elements of the eclectic approach to counseling and consider its relevance, practicality and value.

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The paper looks at brief therapy as it has been developed and influenced by psychoanalytic practitioners, starting with Freud. The paper examines the research on the major constructs of psychoanalytic theory that influence and inform brief therapy. The paper shows how when a time limit is determined, it makes the client aware of the seriousness of the endeavor.

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"Brief therapy as a therapeutic technique has been adapted to a variety of orientations. The concept of time is a commonality, cutting across diverse theoretical frameworks. Shinebourne (2006) asserts that time is fundamental to the practice of psychotherapy, since it forms the basis for such important psychological constructs as transference, regression, timelessness, and deja vu.
"The framework and boundaries of time are, indeed, the defining issues of brief therapy. The scheduling, number, length, and termination of sessions give structure and even meaning to the therapeutic encounter. They add a sense of imminence to the proceedings, and they underscore the need for focusing in on the most pressing therapeutic issues (Messer, 2001). In the psychoanalytic/psychodynamic approach to brief therapy, the urgency of connecting and communicating within the present is, thus, emphasized. This distills and focuses the energies of client and therapist alike. When a time limit is determined, it puts the client on notice of the seriousness of the endeavor."

Tags:Freud, transference, relationship, therapist

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This paper discusses Susie Orbach's assessment of Belle, drawing on David Malan's brief psychodynamic psychotherapy.

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"Psychoanalyst Susie Orbach's assessment of her patient, Belle, is emblematic of Orbach's principles of psychoanalysis. To become a therapist, she asserts, you have to listen carefully. Listen to what was being said, to the words used, to the pauses, the hesitations, the omissions, the tone, the feel and the wishes buried within the sentences. Orbach's treatment of Belle exhibits all of these activities in her process of connecting with and understanding her. Despite Orbach's diligent and intuitive work with..."

Tags:Orbach, Belle, assessment, Malan, brief psychodynamic psychotherapy