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Q: Multiculturally-oriented counseling is more likely than traditional counseling to focus on ____. a. the individual b. the family c. others and their sexism or racism d. the cultural / environmental context

Q: What is the focus of the following interviewer's statement? "What help have you found in your community church?" a. Focus on the client b. Focus on the main theme or problem c. Focus on mutuality d. Focus on cultural / environmental / contextual issues

Q: There are many ways to focus attention in the counseling session. What are other focus possibilities besides individual client focus, problem focus, and interviewer focus? a. Other, family, mutuality, and environmental context b. Other, significant relationships, community, and culture c. Culture, family, environment, and context d. Mutuality, family culture, community and context

Q: Which one of the following statements is NOT true of mutuality focus? a. Mutuality can be controversial and should be used infrequently. b. Mutuality can be powerful as it uses the interviewer as an instrument. c. Mutuality is not a legitimate focus area. d. Mutuality focus puts the client and interviewer on an equal level.

Q: Feminist counseling is more likely than traditional counseling to focus on ____. a. the individual b. the family c. others and their sexism or racism d. mutuality

Q: In working with some Asian and Southern European peoples, which focus is often more appropriate than typical middle-class U.S. focusing? a. The individual b. The cultural / environmental context c. Mutual focus emphasizing "we" d. Mutual focus emphasizing different cultures

Q: Instructions: Counselor responses follow. Identify what type of focus the responder is using in the reply to the following statement. Client: I just found that I'm pregnant. I don't know who it was, but I have an idea who it is most likely to be. But, no one is likely to help. My family doesn't know yet and they really deserted me last time I got in trouble. I've only talked to them a few times and we are starting to get along again, but now ... I wonder what's going to happen. I just feel lost. "I simply didn't know what to do when my mother had the same illness. Is that how you feel?" With this response, how is the interviewer trying to focus the client? a. Client focus b. Theme or issue focus c. Significant others d. Mutuality, immediacy, counselor

Q: Instructions: Counselor responses follow. Identify what type of focus the responder is using in the reply to the following statement. Client: I just found that I'm pregnant. I don't know who it was, but I have an idea who it is most likely to be. But, no one is likely to help. My family doesn't know yet and they really deserted me last time I got in trouble. I've only talked to them a few times and we are starting to get along again, but now ... I wonder what's going to happen. I just feel lost. "Vanessa, we've been working together for two weeks. Today I'm glad you can openly express your feelings to me." With this response, how is the interviewer trying to focus the client? a. Client focus b. Theme or issue focus c. Significant others d. Mutuality, immediacy, counselor

Q: Instructions: Counselor responses follow. Identify what type of focus the responder is using in the reply to the following statement. Client: I just found that I'm pregnant. I don't know who it was, but I have an idea who it is most likely to be. But, no one is likely to help. My family doesn't know yet and they really deserted me last time I got in trouble. I've only talked to them a few times and we are starting to get along again, but now ... I wonder what's going to happen. I just feel lost. "We will work this out together." What is the focus of the statement? a. Focus on the client b. Focus on the main theme or problem c. Focus on mutuality d. Focus on the interviewer

Q: Instructions: Counselor responses follow. Identify what type of focus the responder is using in the reply to the following statement. Client: I just found that I'm pregnant. I don't know who it was, but I have an idea who it is most likely to be. But, no one is likely to help. My family doesn't know yet and they really deserted me last time I got in trouble. I've only talked to them a few times and we are starting to get along again, but now ... I wonder what's going to happen. I just feel lost. "What's occurring between you and your mother and father right now?" Where is the focus of this open question? a. Focus on the client b. Focus on the main theme or problem c. Focus on others d. Focus on family

Q: Instructions: Counselor responses follow. Identify what type of focus the responder is using in the reply to the following statement. Client: I just found that I'm pregnant. I don't know who it was, but I have an idea who it is most likely to be. But, no one is likely to help. My family doesn't know yet and they really deserted me last time I got in trouble. I've only talked to them a few times and we are starting to get along again, but now ... I wonder what's going to happen. I just feel lost. What is the focus of the following statement? "You think you know who the father is?" a. Focus on the client b. Focus on the main theme or problem c. Focus on others d. Focus on mutuality

Q: Instructions: Counselor responses follow. Identify what type of focus the responder is using in the reply to the following statement. Client: I just found that I'm pregnant. I don't know who it was, but I have an idea who it is most likely to be. But, no one is likely to help. My family doesn't know yet and they really deserted me last time I got in trouble. I've only talked to them a few times and we are starting to get along again, but now ... I wonder what's going to happen. I just feel lost. "As I hear you, Jackson is the likely father; but on the other hand, you really aren't sure? Have I got that right?" What is the focus of this statement? a. Focus on the client b. Focus on the main theme or problem c. Focus on others d. Focus on family

Q: Instructions: Counselor responses follow. Identify what type of focus the responder is using in the reply to the following statement. Client: I just found that I'm pregnant. I don't know who it was, but I have an idea who it is most likely to be. But, no one is likely to help. My family doesn't know yet and they really deserted me last time I got in trouble. I've only talked to them a few times and we are starting to get along again, but now ... I wonder what's going to happen. I just feel lost. Counselor response: "You must feel lost." This is an encourager with a ____. a. focus on the client b. focus on the main theme or problem c. focus on others d. focus on family

Q: "Sounds like you are punishing yourself when you are trying so hard to be responsible." By using this response, how is the interviewer trying to focus the client? a. Client focus b. Theme or issue focus c. Significant others d. Mutuality, immediacy, interviewer

Q: "How are your friends helpful to you?" By using this question, how is the interviewer trying to focus the client? a. Client focus b. Theme or issue focus c. Significant others d. Cultural context / environmental

Q: "So you learned in your family that trying harder helped work things out?" By using this question, how is the interviewer trying to focus the client? a. Client focus b. Theme or issue focus c. Significant others d. Mutuality, immediacy, interviewer

Q: When beginning a new interview / counseling relationship, the focus is usually on: a. the individual. b. the family. c. the group. d. the cultural / environmental context.

Q: What type of client is likely to benefit from a family genogram? a. Adopted clients b. First generation Americans c. Clients from nuclear families d. All of the above

Q: The family genogram is particularly helpful for us in understanding: a. the client. b. the family. c. the client's family contextual issues. d. the cultural/environmental/contextual issues.

Q: The family genogram is ____. a. only for family counseling b. a good way to help a client focus on family issues c. a technique for advanced therapy d. all of the above

Q: Which of the following can be used to identify personal and multicultural strengths? a. Post the community genogram on the wall. b. Focus on one single dimension of the community. c. Develop two positive stories from groups within the community. d. All of the above.

Q: The community genogram is particularly helpful for us in understanding: a. the client. b. the family. c. the client's family contextual issues. d. the cultural/environmental/contextual issues.

Q: What type of client is MOST likely to benefit from a community genogram? a. Clients from nuclear families b. Clients who can trace their family over time c. Adopted clients d. All of the above

Q: A counselor is most likely looking for ________ and ________ when he or she suggests to the client that creating a community genogram may be helpful. a. "free-form" client activity; client creativity b. client developmental history; to identify client strengths c. detail client strengths; detail client issues d. community of origin; present community

Q: The community genogram provides: a. an opportunity for the client to present her or his family in an individually-unique way. b. a chance to see the client's community of origin and how it might represent the unique client's culture. c. an opportunity to compare the community of origin with one's present community setting. d. all of the above.

Q: The community genogram is used to help clients understand how their ________ might affect their current feelings and thoughts. a. behavior b. hobbies c. history d. careers

Q: The idea of person-in-community was developed by ______ (1994), who pointed out that our family and community history and experiences live within each of us. a. Onwuegbuzie b. Ogbonnaya c. Oberne d. Octavio

Q: The idea of _____________ suggests that our family and community history and experiences live within each of us. a. citizen of the county b. member-of-society c. person-in-community d. being-in-relationship

Q: The word problem: a. is useful to label clients issues. b. is in itself a problem. c. offers immediate insight. d. identifies in itself solutions.

Q: What was the core emphasis of the second interview with Nelida? a. Nelida as an individual. b. Nelida's individual responsibilities. c. Nelida's individual achievements. d. Nelida as a being-in-relation.

Q: Which of the following is a reason to focus client conversation? a. The client gives you three full minutes of problematic stories. b. The client insists that you start solving issues immediately. c. You and the client are overwhelmed by the number of client issues. d. All of the above.

Q: Clients tend to talk about or focus on topics to which the counselor or interviewer gives primary attention. This is known as ____. a. interviewer focus b. topical priorities c. selective attention d. session structuring

Q: Focusing often results in ____. a. increased cognitive complexity b. broadening understanding through looking at different points of view c. increased ability to direct client talk (or not direct due to your awareness) d. all of the above

Q: Focusing the interview enables ____. a. increased ability to intentionally direct (or not direct) client talk b. increased cognitive complexity c. broadened understanding through exploring different perspectives d. all of the above

Q: Working memory can hold _____ items. a. 52 b. 62 c. 72 d. 82

Q: According to Ivey, consciousness represents the psychological present. What is the typical length of the psychological present? a. 10 to 75 milliseconds b. 100 to 750 milliseconds c. 1 to 3 seconds d. None of the above

Q: Discuss the why and how of demystifying counseling and therapy.

Q: Discuss note taking and related HIPAA regulation issues.

Q: What are the similarities and differences between the five-stage counseling model the person centered and cognitive behavioral therapies?

Q: List at least five alternatives you have in mind to increase the possibility for generalizing behavior outside of the interview.

Q: How does the basic listening sequence play itself out in the five stages of the interview?

Q: Outline the five stages/dimensions of the interview and the importance of each. Give special attention to cultural issues.

Q: Given the fact that you don't want to advise your client, but want to let the client decide what to do, outline a simple structure for the interview and your objectives for each section.

Q: Conduct a positive asset search with the same client using the basic listening sequence.

Q: A client has come to you asking how to handle a troublesome situation with their boss. The boss finds your client sexually attractive and there is the possibility of harassment. List interviewing leads of the basic listening sequence to draw out the client's problem. (Specifically, develop an open question, which might draw out data, etc.)

Q: Intentionality in counseling and psychotherapy requires accurate information.

Q: Client records are very important, but it is OK if an interviewer does not take any notes.

Q: By acting as a mirror and asking questions, counselors can encourage many of their clients to find their own direction.

Q: Benjamin Franklin's problem-solving model emphasizes the importance of the empathic relationship.

Q: According to Ivey, Ivey, and Zalaquett, if you combine the five interview stages with the basic listening sequence you will be able to complete a full interview using only listening skills.

Q: The skills of the Basic Listening Sequence (BLS) must be used in a specified sequence in order to be useful to the interviewer and make sense of the client conversation.

Q: Instructions: The structure of the interview has been suggested as a valuable way to view many types of interviews. Further, within each structure there are certain goals and methods. In the following question(s), identify the structure of the interview as: a. Initiating the session b. Gathering data c. Mutual goal setting d. Working e. Terminating and generalizing ____ While it may be used, the least likely place to find the Ivey Taxonomy.

Q: Instructions: The structure of the interview has been suggested as a valuable way to view many types of interviews. Further, within each structure there are certain goals and methods. In the following question(s), identify the structure of the interview as: a. Initiating the session b. Gathering data c. Mutual goal setting d. Working e. Terminating and generalizing ____ "So, let me put it together. You want to work on your relationship with your daughter... and your ideal way of doing it is.... What comes to your mind as possible alternatives for action?"

Q: Instructions: The structure of the interview has been suggested as a valuable way to view many types of interviews. Further, within each structure there are certain goals and methods. In the following question(s), identify the structure of the interview as:a. Initiating the sessionb. Gathering datac. Mutual goal settingd. Workinge. Terminating and generalizing____ "Today, we'd like to look at the reasons your child ran away. I'd like to hear your point of view first, then your son's."

Q: Instructions: The structure of the interview has been suggested as a valuable way to view many types of interviews. Further, within each structure there are certain goals and methods. In the following question(s), identify the structure of the interview as: a. Initiating the session b. Gathering data c. Mutual goal setting d. Working e. Terminating and generalizing ____ Creating solutions through the basic problem-solving model of: (a) defining the problem, (b) generating alternatives, (c) deciding on action.

Q: Instructions: The structure of the interview has been suggested as a valuable way to view many types of interviews. Further, within each structure there are certain goals and methods. In the following question(s), identify the structure of the interview as: a. Initiating the session b. Gathering data c. Mutual goal setting d. Working e. Terminating and generalizing ____ Role-playing, follow-up and support, and homework.

Q: Instructions: The structure of the interview has been suggested as a valuable way to view many types of interviews. Further, within each structure there are certain goals and methods. In the following question(s), identify the structure of the interview as: a. Initiating the session b. Gathering data c. Mutual goal setting d. Working e. Terminating and generalizing ____ Almost ignored in psychoanalytic theory, according to authors.

Q: Instructions: The structure of the interview has been suggested as a valuable way to view many types of interviews. Further, within each structure there are certain goals and methods. In the following question(s), identify the structure of the interview as: a. Initiating the session b. Gathering data c. Mutual goal setting d. Working e. Terminating and generalizing ____ Easy to omit after working so hard in the session.

Q: Instructions: The structure of the interview has been suggested as a valuable way to view many types of interviews. Further, within each structure there are certain goals and methods. In the following question(s), identify the structure of the interview as: a. Initiating the session b. Gathering data c. Mutual goal setting d. Working e. Terminating and generalizing ____ Clients from other cultures or less verbal clients may prefer the interviewer to place this section earlierin the session.

Q: Instructions: The structure of the interview has been suggested as a valuable way to view many types of interviews. Further, within each structure there are certain goals and methods. In the following question(s), identify the structure of the interview as: a. Initiating the session b. Gathering data c. Mutual goal setting d. Working e. Terminating and generalizing ____ "Could you give me a specific example of your conflict with your wife?"

Q: Instructions: The structure of the interview has been suggested as a valuable way to view many types of interviews. Further, within each structure there are certain goals and methods. In the following question(s), identify the structure of the interview as:a. Initiating the sessionb. Gathering datac. Mutual goal settingd. Workinge. Terminating and generalizing____ "On one hand you want career advice, but on the other you now sound like you want to go into long-term therapy. Let's talk for awhile. How do you put that together?"

Q: Instructions: The structure of the interview has been suggested as a valuable way to view many types of interviews. Further, within each structure there are certain goals and methods. In the following question(s), identify the structure of the interview as: a. Initiating the session b. Gathering data c. Mutual goal setting d. Working e. Terminating and generalizing ____ "How are you feeling today?"

Q: Instructions: Listed below are several qualities related to empathy. Mark the letter that corresponds to the qualities in the descriptions below. a. Basic empathy b. Subtractive empathy c. Additive empathy d. Positive regard e. Respect and warmth f. Concreteness g. Immediacy h. Nonjudgmental attitude i. Authenticity and congruence ____ An absence of discrepancies and incongruity.

Q: Instructions: Listed below are several qualities related to empathy. Mark the letter that corresponds to the qualities in the descriptions below. a. Basic empathy b. Subtractive empathy c. Additive empathy d. Positive regard e. Respect and warmth f. Concreteness g. Immediacy h. Nonjudgmental attitude i. Authenticity and congruence ____ Being open to many points of view and demonstrating this with open nonverbal and verbal communication.

Q: Instructions: Listed below are several qualities related to empathy. Mark the letter that corresponds to the qualities in the descriptions below. a. Basic empathy b. Subtractive empathy c. Additive empathy d. Positive regard e. Respect and warmth f. Concreteness g. Immediacy h. Nonjudgmental attitude i. Authenticity and congruence ____ Searching through the negative talk of a client and finding something that can be reframed in a more optimistic fashion.

Q: Instructions: Listed below are several qualities related to empathy. Mark the letter that corresponds to the qualities in the descriptions below. a. Basic empathy b. Subtractive empathy c. Additive empathy d. Positive regard e. Respect and warmth f. Concreteness g. Immediacy h. Nonjudgmental attitude i. Authenticity and congruence ____ Trying to feed back to a client what he has been saying, but missing the essence of what has been said.

Q: Instructions: Listed below are several qualities related to empathy. Mark the letter that corresponds to the qualities in the descriptions below. a. Basic empathy b. Subtractive empathy c. Additive empathy d. Positive regard e. Respect and warmth f. Concreteness g. Immediacy h. Nonjudgmental attitude i. Authenticity and congruence ____ Being very specific with examples.

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "Given it all, the problem and your assets, what would be an ideal solution?" Skill: Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "It all leaves you anxious and scared, but at the same time very determined." Skill: Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "That means you've got two options so far... telling them directly that you are leaving and simply doing nothing about it at all." Skill: Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "So next week you are going to talk to your sister and rehearse your comments and also get her opinion. Beyond that you want to sit on it for a week. Correct?" Skill: Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "So, let's see if I have it straight. On one hand, you feel anxious and worried about telling your parents you are quitting school. You know you'd like to anticipate their reaction and you'd like that reaction to be positive. Your strength has been dealing directly and honestly with them. Have I heard you correctly?" Skill: Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "Sounds as if one of your major strengths is being direct and honest with your parents." Skill: Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "What, specifically, do you plan to do next week?" Skill: Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "Puzzled about your parents?" Skill: Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "Looks like you're saying you want to set up a situation where you can anticipate what your parents will do when you tell them you plan to quit school." Skill: Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented.Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage.""Really nice to see you. How's it going today?"Skill:Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "Sounds as if you're confused and puzzled about your difficulty with your parents." Skill: Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "Could you tell me what you'd like to talk about today?" Skill: Stage:

Q: Instructions: The five stages of a simple structure for the interview are listed below. Following are counselor comments. Identify the skill used by the counselor in terms of the five skills listed andalso list the Stage / Dimension of the interview most likely represented. Use an asterisk to indicate "any stage." "Sounds as if you feel very optimistic and enthused about what you're going to do next week." Skill: Stage: