Physical Development and Brain Functioning Course: Human Behavior and Social Environment HSV364_31 Discuss why it is so important to understand physical development and brain functioning when working as an adolescent mental health therapist?
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How might cognitive restructuring be helpful for Layla-How might cognitive restructuring be limiting (e.g., what else might Layla needs)?
Layla Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Case Questions Read over the below case write up regarding a client named Layla. Then, respond the prompts that follow: Imagine you have been assigned (as a therapist) to see a client named Layla. Layla is a 20 year old college junior who says she is seeking counseling because she […]
Which two of the standards do you find most helpful? Why?
Written in essay format, with an introductory and concluding paragraph. Locate the Code of Ethics for a profession you are considering. Which two of the standards do you find most helpful? Why? Which two standards deal with areas of possible disagreement? Give an example of these areas with how you will decide your course of […]
Discuss how each branch of the strategic and systemic therapies
Consider the following example: sixteen-year-old Tommy recently began refusing to go outside his house. Discuss how each branch of the strategic and systemic therapies (e.g., an MRI therapist, a Haley style strategic therapist, a Madanes style strategic therapist, and a Milan-style systemic therapist) would explain Tommy’s problem, how the problem developed, and which interventions might […]
How would you go about advocating for this issue or what are some advocacy strategies you would use to bring about change on this issue?
Getting involved in advocacy can be an uncomfortable process, but it is important as professionals working with children and families that we consider being an advocate. One of the first steps in advocacy is identifying the issue(s) that you are most passionate about. Therefore, think about your profession upon graduating from UTC (teacher, service provider, […]
Does your opinion vary based on situation, disorder, or client?
Discussion 6 Which do you think is more important: a therapist’s behaviors (what he/she says and does on a technical level) or a therapist’s style and approach (the way in which he/she provides psychological services)? Why? Does your opinion vary based on situation, disorder, or client?
Is it something that you would recommend to a friend or family member-Why or why not?
Discussion 7 Pick a type of either behavioral or cognitive therapy and explain it. Include the interventions, the role of the therapist, and what the research says about the effectiveness of this method. What is your opinion on the therapy you chose? Is it something that you would recommend to a friend or family member? […]
How can the speech and language therapist help Mr. Ellis understand why the label is being changed?
Journal Entry 4: High-incidence disabilities Building Bridges to Practice, Issues & Applications and Reflection Journal a) Read chapter 5 (p.236-286) reread the “Working Together” feature on p.248 in the textbook. b) Respond to these questions: (1) What questions might Mr. Ellis ask at the IEP team meeting? (2) How can the speech and language therapist […]
how might your own values and biases impair your decision-making?
When working with multicultural populations that are different from your own culture, a therapist should not to be too quick to avoid multiple relationship without a considered judgment of the pros and cons. In consideration of this statement, how might your own values and biases impair your decision-making? Posting 1 (250 words)
Is there evidence in the literature to support using this model in your practice setting-What are the barriers to applying this model in practice?
If choosing the people model…what stood out for you about the theory? How do you measure or capture a client’s person, occupation, or environment factors in your practice setting? How does your knowledge of narrative reasoning drive your intervention using this model as an occupational therapist? Is there evidence in the literature to support using […]
