CARS Rules
What is the proper order for ordering items to the house?
Clear it with the clinician first
Explain one effective method to not have your phone disrupt the group.
Silent Mode
Powered Off
Left in Room
Should I be honest in therapy? Why?
Yes! you are only lying to yourselves. Honesty is how we grow
Give an example of a time you have utilized a healthy strategy that helped you reduce frustration or irritation
(distress tolerance)
open ended
True or False: Is alcohol a drug?
Don't let it be confused, alcohol is a drug (depressant)
Explain two aspects of what is considered being proper kitchen hygienic etiquette.
Wash hands before preparing food.
Wipe Counters
Throw Away Trash
Wash Dishes
Load Dishes
True of false: Pajamas are allowed in group
Technically false: is it enforced? no
Name one difference between a normal conversation and group therapy
Group therapy: respect the speaker, less cross talk/side conversations, more active listening, one speaker at a time, reduced interruptions, facilitator is present, more structured
What are a couple differences between "assertive" and "aggressive" communication?
(Interpersonal Effectiveness)
quieter tone
no threats
no name calling
lack of judgement/belittling/condescending words/phrases
relaxed body language
Should I feel like I can share anything in group therapy without fear of being judged, ridiculed, and or belittled?
Yes!
In this scenario, I am a client who has opened the pantry and I see a container of food with a different client's name on it. What should I do? Explain why
a. Eat the food!
b. Do not eat the food!
It belongs to another person. We do not eat other's food out of respect for them, and it helps us be mindful of others.
What are start times for groups?
9:30am
11am
1:30pm
3:15pm
What is the practice that involves being aware of our thoughts, feelings, actions, and/or bodily sensations in the present moment?
Mindfulness
Explain and model how to utilize any sort of deep breathing technique
(mindfulness)
four squared (box)
deep belly
4-7-8
What is the volume level the TVs are supposed to be capped at
40
How long can cellphones be held if a client does not show up to group on time or breaks the technology policy?
24 hours
What is the difference between side conversations and cross talk?
Side Conversations: Talking to someone nearby during group
Cross Talk: crosstalk refers to direct comments, advice, questions, or criticisms aimed at a specific person who has already shared, instead of addressing the group as a whole
What is a positive self affirmation? Can you give an example?
short, powerful, present-tense statements designed to reframe negative thought patterns, build self-esteem, and foster a positive mindset
"I have value, I deserve compassion"
Give an example of an emotion that your team struggles to manage, and tell us a time that someone has used an effective coping skill to manage that emotion
(emotional regulation)
open ended
Name at least two different symptoms of PAWS
Anhedonia
Irritability
Memory Problems
Low Energy/Initiative
Shame/Guilt
Sensitivity
Emotional Numbness
Mood swings
Physical Coordination Problems
Pessimistic Thoughts
Mood Swings
According to OFFICIAL CARS' group rules list, how many clients are allowed in the backyard at one time?
Six
Explain what the definition of therapeutic confidentiality is in a group setting and give an example of what that looks like.
Confidentiality: anything said between group members is confidential to the group, clients should not be discussing what individual members said in group to anyone outside of group.
Example: Jabroni Jones does not tell his girlfriend that group member Bonbi Swilliams talked in group about his fear of giant dogs.
name two ways we can show we are actively listening to eachother
giving your full attention (eliminating distractions, making eye contact), showing you're engaged (nodding, verbal cues like "I see"), providing feedback through paraphrasing ("What I hear you saying is...") and asking clarifying questions, avoiding judgment, and letting the speaker finish before responding
There are four major areas that DBT focuses on. Name one of them
Interpersonal Effectiveness
Mindfulness
Distress Tolerance
Emotional Regulation
What are three ways you can show that you are "actively listening" to someone
giving your full attention (eliminating distractions, making eye contact), showing you're engaged (nodding, verbal cues like "I see"), providing feedback through paraphrasing ("What I hear you saying is...") and asking clarifying questions, avoiding judgment, and letting the speaker finish before responding