Erikson's Stages
Counseling Strategies & Interventions
Real World Application
500

Give one example of typical development in the Initiative vs. Guilt stage. 

A preschooler who confidently initiates play and creative activities. 

500

Which activity can help preschoolers develop initiative?

Encouraging leadership in group play or creative art projects. 

500

What might be a typical counseling approach for an adolescent experiencing role confusion?

Group counseling sessions focused on identity development and peer mentoring.

1000

Describe an atypical outcome in the Industry vs. Inferiority stage. 

A child who withdrawals from academic and social challenges due to repeated criticism and low self-esteem. 

1000

How can school counselors promote generativity amoung older adolescence or young adults? 

Through mentoring programs, community service projects, or career and life planning workshops. 

1000

Describe a scenario where a young adult displays health intimacy. 

They form deep trusting relationships and show affective communication skills. 

1500

Which stage is focused on creating a meaningful life legacy and nurturing future generations and what does atypical behavior might you see in this stage? 

Generativity vs. Stagnation. A middle-aged person who actively avoids any form of responsibility or contribution to their community. 

1500

What is a recommended counseling intervention for adolescence struggling with identity issues?

Identity exploration workshops, journaling, or narrative therapy. 

1500

For a student showing signs of isolation in the Intimacy vs. Isolation stage, what intervention could be effective? 

Social skills workshops and guided peer group activities.