Deck 5: Counseling Theories Specific to Children and Adolescents

Question 1

The goal of the counselor at this stage of group therapy is to help children overcome challenges through processing emotions across a variety of outlets, such as play therapy or expressive arts therapy.

A) Initial stage
B) Forming stage
C) Working stage
D) Termination stage

Answer 1

C

Question 2

This theoretical approach involves the counselor trusting the child's ability to constructively make progress within his or her own life by providing conditions of congruence, unconditional positive regard, and accurate empathetic understanding.

A) Gestalt theory
B) Person-centered theory
C) Adlerian theory
D) Existential theory

Answer 2

B

Question 3

The goal of the school or mental health counselor during this stage of the counseling process is to assist children and adolescents in continuing to set goals that will benefit them socially, emotionally, and academically.

A) Initial stage
B) Forming stage
C) Working stage
D) Termination stage

Answer 3

D

Question 4

This theoretical approach focuses on awareness, choice, and responsibility, especially helping the client remain in the present moment.

A) Gestalt theory
B) Person-centered theory
C) Adlerian theory
D) Existential theory

Question 5

School counselors can use this theoretical approach to help students become more self-aware or attuned to how external factors may be impacting their decisions and behaviors in the classroom.

A) Gestalt theory
B) Person-centered theory
C) Adlerian theory
D) Existential theory