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    My theoretical orientation would be existential therapy because it is more of a way of thinking than a particular style. It relates to the currents struggles in a person’s life such as anxieties, love, alones, and responsibilities. The focus is on self-awareness and the freedom of choice that a person has in order to decide their own fate, as well as the search for meaning in their lives. Existential therapy believes that there are not victims because of the things that happen in our lives

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    Cognitive therapy, now called cognitive behavioral therapy was developed by Aaron Beck. Beck believed that dysfunctional thought processes and beliefs are responsible for an individual’s behaviors and feelings. He also believed that individuals’ have the ability identify these distorted thoughts and change them to more realistic thinking in order to relieve their psychological discomfort. This type of therapy is designed to be a short-term, straight-forward and structured approach to counseling in

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    going on in his every day life. The two that we have chosen are Cognitive-behavioral therapy and Narrative therapy. We will look into both of these and also as we do that we will find out what the role of the social worker is in both cases. Cognitive-behavioral therapy can help you notice the discouraging thoughts that make you feel bad. These thoughts are sometimes called irrational or automatic thoughts. Using Cognitive-behavioral therapy you can learn to stop these thoughts and replace them with helpful

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    that have found cognitive-behavioral therapy to be effective in treating these offenders and reducing their likelihood of reoffending (Moster, Wnuk, & Jeglic, 2008), (Lipsey, Landenberger, & Wilson, 2007), & (Schaffer, Jeglic, Moster, & Wnuk, 2010). All of these researchers agree that the primary and most common method used to treat these offenders is cognitive-behavioral therapy. Moster, Wnuk, and Jeglic (2008) disclose that their findings suggest that cognitive-behavioral therapy is used to treat

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    Introduction: In order to overcome behavioral problems such as anxiety, depression or fear, individuals usually communicate their problems or anxieties with their trusted friends or family members. In case of a somewhat complicated problem, a counselor is consulted. These are a relatively simple form of psychotherapies that individuals have been practicing from centuries. However, with the development of modern science and advancements in the field of psychology, theorists have identified some

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    Cognitive behavioral therapy, on the contrary, utilizes directive consulting tools to control and guide its patients. These include such things as asking questions, interpreting, and providing direction to a client’s attention and emotions. “Aaron Beck developed cognitive therapy, an approach that focuses on recognizing and changing negative thoughts and maladaptive beliefs into more realistic and constructive thoughts and beliefs” (Erford, 2014). It is believed that cognitive behavioral therapy

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    As identified above the approach I used in my placement was Cognitive behavioural therapy. In this section of the learning journal I will discuss the appropriateness of CBT in working with this client group. I will begin by discussing my learning from attending the Men’s support group. I will then use examples from these men’s narratives to identifying where I see the benefits of a CBT approach. Common Therapeutic factors such as The importance of Unconditional positive regard will be discussed

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    THERAPY PLAN COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY Baron Jones Southern New Hampshire University, Online This paper will focus on the theoretical part of this case study that is how we can help the 23yrear old girl overcome the disorder that she is suffering from. Additionally the paper will incorporate the counseling knowledge gained in this course for example ways of dealing with patients in terms of being patient with the victim since the recovery process does not happen over a day it is a step by step

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    Cognitive and behavioral therapy is an integral component of psychology and sociology. The knowledge of psychology is applicable to managing several behavioral, mental, and mental anomalies. Psychological theories differ in the manner in which they explain various phenomena in the society. In managing these behavioral and mental anomalies, these psychological theories provide a very insightful approach in terms of assessment of the condition, the actual therapy, and the evaluation of the outcome

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    Introduction Counseling is a therapy that involves communication using a variety of methods. Verbal, nonverbal, and written are some of the ways to communicate during counseling. Counseling allows a person to share their feelings, thoughts and problems to another (a counselor) in a dependable and confidential environment. Normally the counselor empathizes with the clients. Many types of counseling are evident depending on the type of problem one has. Counseling usually involves the psychology,

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