Different counseling theories

Assignment 3: Compare and Contrast Theories of Counseling

There are many theories behind the different counseling modalities. Some counselors will adhere to one specific theory, focusing treatment types to the tenets of that theory. Other counselors will adopt a more eclectic counseling foundation, drawing key ideas from multiple theories and combining many treatment types to suit their clients.

For this assignment, create a chart that outlines the following counseling theories: behavior theory, psychoanalytic theory, cognitive-behavioral theory, and person centered theory. For each theory, cover the following aspects:

Goals of therapy
Types of treatment
Theoretical explanation of where substance use or abuse stems from
Characteristics of the client that would be the best fit for this theory
Download a copy of the chart template which you can use to create your chart.

Once your chart is complete, address the following questions:

Describe the similarities and differences between the different therapeutic theories.
According to you, which approach or combination of approaches best fits you as a future counselor?
Write a 4–5-page paper (including the chart) in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M1_A3.doc. For example, if your name is John Smith, your document will be named SmithJ_M1_A3.doc.

By Wednesday, March 23, 2016, deliver your assignment to the M1: Assignment 3 Dropbox.

Assignment 3 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points

Created a chart with relevant information about the four counseling theories showing research and analysis.
24

Compared the therapeutic theories displaying analysis of their similarities and differences.
24

Identified with appropriate reasons the approach or combination of approaches best suited for future counseling showing in-depth understanding and analysis of the types of counseling.
32

Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
20