Intentional Interviewing, Counseling, and Psychotherapy: Chapter 1 Review

Practice flashcards covering the introductory concepts, definitions, and frameworks of intentional interviewing and counseling from Chapter 1.

How does the textbook define 'interviewing'?

The process of gathering data, providing information and advice to clients, and suggesting workable alternatives for resolving concerns.

What is the primary focus of 'counseling' compared to interviewing?

It is an intensive and personal process focused on listening and developing strategies for change and growth.

How is 'psychotherapy' distinguished from counseling in the text?

It focuses on deep-seated and entrenched client issues, which often require more time for resolution.

According to the Center for Collegiate Mental Health (CCMH, 2021), what is the average number of individual sessions attended by student-clients?

$4.35$ sessions.

What statistic did Prochaska, Norcross, and Saul (2020) find regarding the effectiveness of psychotherapy?

The typical client receiving psychotherapy is better off than $80\%$ to $85\%$ of untreated people within a dozen sessions.

What is the average 'effect size' of psychotherapy compared with no treatment?

$0.85$, which is considered a large, robust effect.

Define 'cultural intentionality'.

Acting with a sense of capability and flexibly choosing an action from a range of alternatives while honoring and respecting diverse cultural beliefs.

What are the components of 'cultural humility' as described in the text?

Self-reflexivity, self-awareness, valuing clients' expertise on their own social/cultural context, openness to power-balanced relationships, and a lifelong dedication to learning.

What is the ultimate goal of counseling regarding 'resilience'?

To teach self-healing, which is the capacity to use what is learned in counseling to resolve future issues.

How did Carl Rogers (1961) define 'self-actualization'?

As the curative force in psychotherapy; man's tendency to actualize himself and activate all the capacities of the organism.

How did Maslow differentiate self-actualization from other types of motivation?

It is growth-motivated rather than deficiency-motivated.

What are 'microskills'?

The communication skill units of the interview that identify the behavioral foundations of intentional interviewing and counseling.

What concepts form the base of the microskills hierarchy?

Ethics, multiculturalism, social justice and advocacy competencies, neuroscience, positive psychology, and resilience.

What concept at the apex of the microskills pyramid refers to the capacity to go beyond oneself to help others?

Transcendence.

List the components of the 'six-step learning framework' for mastering skills.

1. Introduction, 2. Awareness, Knowledge, and Skills, 3. Observation, 4. Multiple Applications, 5. Action: Key Points and Practice, 6. Portfolio of Competencies and Personal Reflection.

What percentage of medical issues involve the brain and stress according to Ratey & Manning (2014)?

$$80\%$$

What is 'neuroplasticity' and its relevance to counseling?

The brain's ability to rewire itself and develop new neural networks; effective counseling can cause the development of new neurons and connections.

What terms are used to describe remote counseling delivery?

Telebehavioral health, telemental health, telepsychology, and distance counseling.

What are the social justice concerns related to telemental health?

Limited access to the internet, lack of video/audio connectivity, broadband constraints, and a lack of private settings or user competencies, especially for clients with severe mental disorders.

What are three specific guidelines for telehealth practice mentioned in the text?

Use a private/quiet place with a closed door, sit with eyes level to the camera, and test video/audio capabilities before recording.