Theoretical Models
The ADDRESSING model involves:
Age, Disability (developmental/acquired), Religion (spirituality), Ethnic/Racial identity, Socioeconomic status, Sexual orientation, Indigenous heritage, National Origin, Gender
Claire is 8 years old and receiving therapy. While her parents provide consent, Claire provides:
Assent
A clinician may help a client build resilience by facilitating the establishment of:
Cultural Health. Fostering faith, trust, and pride in one's cultural background contributes to moving forward.
The brain can form new connections and heal, which is known as:
Neuroplasticity.
Three types of empathy include:
1.) Subtractive; 2.) Basic; 3.) Additive
Michael is Asian-American. He is a first-generation college student and identifies as bisexual. Michael illustrates the concept of:
Intersectionality. His identities intersect to create a unique experience.
The Golden/Platinum Rule includes:
1. Treat clients as you would like to be treated
2. Treat clients the way they want to be treated
John experienced a series of microaggressions at work today, which is likely increasing:
cortisol levels in his brain.
Pointing out a client's positive assets and using them as a foundation to resolve concerns.
Strengths-based approach.
Subtractive empathy.
Dr. Pine knows that her client, Jessica, lives at home with her parents and relies on the local community center shuttle for transportation to her counseling sessions. Dr. Pine's understanding illustrates this model:
Ecological.
This model helps clinicians build self-awareness:
RESPECTFUL model. (How?)
Dominic's car broke down this week, and he won't be able to make it to his counseling session. Dr. Lopez sets up a Zoom meeting that Dominic can attend from home, on his laptop. This is an example of:
Cultural Intentionality
Dr. Graham is meeting with his client, Matt. Dr. Graham plans to ask a series of questions to learn more about Matt. This type of session may be referred to as:
Interviewing.
3 Vs + B stands for:
1.) Visual eye contact; 2.) Vocal Qualities; 3.) Verbal Tracking; 4.) Body Language/ Facial expression
Bethany is 78 years old. She has retired from her 20-year career as an art therapist. She remembers being born and raised in West Covina, California, but her parents were originally from Mexico. An aspect of Bethany's identity may be minoritized is:
Her age (elderly).
This primary ethical principle may involve seeking the expertise of colleagues and reading research articles.
Seeking consultation. (Why?)
A client experiencing a soul wound may be facing: (Discuss)
Let's consider a client experiencing depressive symptoms due to the lack of positive portrayals of their culture in entertainment, and negative portrayals in news media and historical teachings.
A client experiencing deep-seated issues or concerns may be receiving:
Psychotherapy.
During a session with Dr. Huang, Jacob excitedly talks about winning that week in his Fantasy Football League. Dr. Huang responds with, "That sounds fun! I can tell you feel very passionately about football." This is an example of:
Verbal tracking.