Essays on Therapy Page 8

The diagnosis and treatment of any type cancer can create stressful tension in many relationships throughout its time period. In this study, the researchers measured the stress a family endures with a child with cancer or a central nervous system tumor and how it affects the family as a whole. The three main questions that…

Abstract             There are many theories that have been advanced by psychologists as attempts have been made to explain the human mind, ways of thinking and factors that shape personality – among other issues. Freud has been shown to have started may trends in the discipline of psychology. Not to be discounted are the various…

Munson states that listening s the form of communication that practiced most often by people, however might be the one done most unsuccessfully. Listening Is vital in any setting, and allows individuals to recognize the full picture. Barriers of effective listening include: subject changing, daydreaming, mind-reading, stereotyping and tuning out. Active listening is a communication…

This essay intends to compare and contrast three occupational therapy models. The use of the word ‘model’ in O. T. language has not as of yet, had unified definitions. “Authors all acknowledge that there are no fixed definitions and on the whole they appear to have ‘agreed to disagree’” (Hagedorn, 2001, p.21). In this essay,…

Introduction The aims of this essay are to critically evaluate the arguments for and against Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I will explore the theory of CBT comparing it to other approaches and the strengths and limits of the approach. I will then focus on the therapeutic relationship and issues of power. I will then critically…

I selected Dr. Duncan to interview because she is highly qualified in the counseling field. She has a doctorate, state licensure and runs her own private practice in Family therapy. She is also a professor of Counseling (Family therapy) at NJCU. Being new to the mental health counseling, my goal was to get the insight…

Rogers identifies three core conditions. Describe and analyse each condition and explain its contribution in creating and developing an effective relationship. This essay will look at the three core conditions identified by Carl Rogers. They are Empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard. He first identified these in the 50s. They went on to become the…

Introduction In this essay I will describe key elements of Psychodynamic theory, Person-Centred theory and Cognitive-Behavioural theory. I will also identify the key differences between the above theories. I shall also describe how counselling theory underpins the use of counselling skills in practise. I will then end with my conclusion. 1.1 Key elements of psychodynamic…

The text explores the origins of current counselling and psychotherapy practice, which can be traced back to psychiatry and psychology. It underscores the significance of critically evaluating theoretical evidence to support these points. Moreover, it draws attention to the similarities and differences between psychotherapy and counseling practices, considering their individual aims, objectives, and relevance to…

 Gene therapy is one of the promising fields of medicine which helps to treat and prevent incurable diseases. Some genetic diseases do not become manifest until well after birth, in some cases not until adulthood. In this case, gene therapy helps to identify and replace defective genes by healthy ones. Genes are specific sequences of…