Techniques
What is it called when a counselor uses specific types of questions to guide the session?
Coping questions.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy concentrates on _______ to try and resolve one's problems.
finding solutions in the present time/exploring one's hopes for the future
Is there any data supporting this type of counseling?
Yes! It is an evidenced based practice.
The first thing the counselor helps the client with.
Setting a goal.
What are Miracle Questions?
It's when the client envisions the future in which the problem does not exist.
This method takes the approach that with the right _______ and ______ you are capable of finding the best solutions.
coaching and questioning
When would you need to use this type of counseling?
When you have a time-sensitive issue or have a need for a quick intervention (good for schools).
The second step in brief counseling.
The counselor helps describe what the goal looks or sounds like behaviorally.
What are scaling questions?
It's when the client uses a 1-10 scale to rate the circumstances/problem/progress, etc.
What does this theory not focus on?
Problems, pathology, and past life events.
For whom is this therapy most beneficial?
All ages benefit from brief therapy.
The third step in brief counseling.
The counselor helps the client identify where they are in meeting the goal.
What are Exception Questions?
It's a technique where the therapist finds the exceptions to the problem behavior to help the client find a mental road out (example: you don't smoke in the swimming pool - ergo you don't smoke ALL the time!).
Should brief counseling be used alone?
It can be used either alone as an intervention method, or can be combined with other therapy styles and treatments.
Who is responsible for goal setting in brief therapy?
The client acts as the expert in brief therapy and sets the goals. The counselor acts more as a facilitator helping the client with useful questioning. This is empowering for the client.
What's the fourth step in brief counseling?
The counselor tracks the client's progress and points out areas of success.
Give two examples of coping strategies.
Since the client is the expert, the counselor must be careful to not __________ .
Be judgemental. Focus on what works!
Should brief counseling be used for serious psychological issues like depression and schizophrenia?
It can help improve the quality of life for those suffering from serious issues when combined with other treatments.
The counselor identifies next steps as the client progress.