Problem: Formulate an appropriate therapeutic approach to each case based upon the learning theory indicated for each case study (100-150 words each)
Case 1: Kolb's Experiential learning
Case 2: Skinners Behaviourist learning theory.
Case 3: Rogers Humanist theory.
Case Study 1:
Ronnie presents for counselling feeling depressed and unmotivated. You will be his counsellor.
Ronnie is 32, single and works as an office administrator. Three months ago, Ronnie's hours were cut back to 20 hours per week. Consequently, Ronnie never seems to have enough money to make ends meet. Ronnie lives with a younger brother, who works at Woolworths fulltime, and essentially helps support Ronnie, making up the shortfall in rent and bills. They are quite close as siblings, however Ronnie feels indebted and guilty due to this financial situation, although the brother insists it is okay. This is not doing much for Ronnie's self-esteem either. Whilst Ronnie really enjoys the job, these limited hours make the situation very difficult. Ronnie cannot seem to get motivated to go job hunting however and has not even prepared a resume.
Ronnie is also about 30 kg overweight and tries to diet but is failing. Although Ronnie has had gym membership in the past, this has been suspended due to his financial situation, and inability to pay the fees. Ronnie's brother is also overweight, but does not worry about it, and is frequently eating junk food, drinking alcohol, and does not exercise at all. This also makes it difficult to stick to any diet routine. Ronnie does not seem to have any real friends, as any social life usually consists of going out with the brother's large group of friends from Woolworths. Whilst this is fun, Ronnie recognizes these are really his brother's friends. Need Assignment Help?