Theoretical Beliefs
According to this theory, our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected.
What is CBT?
When using this theory, counselors will strive to help students/clients develop acceptance by identifying irrational beliefs and negative thought patterns that may lead to emotional or behavioral issues.
What is "REBT"?
This American Psychologist founded the theory that lends itself to correcting irrational thoughts. (Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy)
Who is Albert Ellis?
This theory is a strengths based approach to help clients focus on the current circumstance and build a goal to work toward its solution.
What is Solution Focused Theory/Therapy?
The use of the empty chair technique is utilized in this theory.
What is Gestalt Therapy?
This psychiatrist explained that behavior is the method to control our environment and meet our inner needs with Reality Therapy.
Who is William Glasser?
This theory holds the concept that people have the capacity to recognize how earlier influences relate to present difficulties and helps to deal with "unfinished business".
What is Gestalt Theory?
When using this theory, the counselor may help a client widen their view of self by helping them to "rewrite" or "retell" their story.
What is Narrative Theory/Therapy?
These two therapists came together to develop Narrative Therapy.
Who is Michael White and David Epston?
This theory believes that a client has the potential to solve their own problems and actualizes awareness, self trust, and experiencing the present moment.
What is "Person Centered" Theory?
When using this type of therapy, a counselor might intensify "active listening" or let the student do most of the talking to help with self reflection.
What is "Person" Centered Therapy?
These two people co-founded the SFBT (Solution Focused Based Therapy Approach)
Who is Steve de Shazer and Insoo Kim Berg?
This theory holds the concept that the basic human needs include survival, belonging, power, freedom, and fun.
What is Reality Theory?
When using this theory, a counselor may utilize the WDEP model. (Wants, Direction, Evaluation, Planning)
What is Reality Therapy?
This psychiatrist founded Gestalt Therapy in the 1940's.
Who is Frederick ("Fritz") S. Perls?