Assignment Part 1: Interview proposal
Each student will interview an individual who is above the age of 65 and provide a reflection of his/her experiences regarding this activity. Interviews can be done in person, via telephone, zoom, or most any other way. Prior to interview, students will briefly describe/summarize the interviewee, interview format, and submit a series of proposed interview questions to the professor for approval. Specifics are located in canvas. Need Assignment Help?
Prior to the interview, you will need to briefly describe/summarize the interviewee and interview format and submit a series of proposed interview questions to the professor for approval.
Submit this proposal to Dr. Darch for approval by July 13.
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Assignment Part 2: Discussion Chapter 10( Casual simplified tone 130-160 words)
1A. After you read the introduction of couple and family counseling (Ch. 10), what are your understanding about couple and family counseling? What are the different approaches of couple/marriage/family work may exist between counselors and family therapists?
1B. Respond to two students
Student 1: M.G
After reading the introduction to couples and family counseling, I think it is even more complex than individual counseling. Since the family is viewed as a whole you are considering the well-being of multiple different people instead of just one. That can become extremely complicated because every family is unique and has different experiences, relationships, and ways of handling stress. The same situation can affect one family very differently than another depending on what they have been through and how they interact with each other. I also gained a better understanding of why people seek couples therapy. It is not just for problems like fighting or infidelity. Couples also go to therapy to learn how to better manage finances, improve communication, navigate parenting, and determine overall compatibility. Just like individual counseling, there are many different theories and approaches that counselors can use. Some common theories include psychoanalytic theory, social learning theory, and Bowen Family Systems Theory. Some approaches that are often used are psychodynamic counseling, narrative family counseling, brief solution-focused family counseling, and structural family counseling. Just like in individual counseling, it is important for the counselor to recognize which theory or approach will best fit each client's unique situation.
Student 2: L.B
My understanding of couples and family counseling is that they are able to work on how to operate as a system instead of individually, and there are many different ways to achieve this goal. Families can have many different forms including single-parent families, military families, LGBT+ families, minority families, or other types. Because of the differences in family situations or family types, counselors have a responsibility to get to know each family based on their values, habits, and traditions as well as their struggles or areas they are wanting to improve. The goal with family counseling is not to change the family dynamics but to improve communication, adaptability, and commitment to each other. Couples counseling is similar to families in the ways of working to enhance the positive aspects of their relationship.
The approaches to couple/marriage/family counseling can be similar and the main difference between couples and family counseling are incorporating the kids and other family members. Some approaches to counseling families include Brief Solution-Focused, Structural, Behavioral, and Psychodynamic. Most of the family approaches are focused on the members working together rather than individually. Approaches to working with couples include Social Learning Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, REBT, and Psychoanalytic Theory. Some of the topics discussed in couples counseling includes communication, fidelity, finances, and compatibility.
Assignment Part 3: Discussion Chapter 11 (Casual simplified tone, 130-160 words)
3A. After reading about counseling children and adolescents (Ch. 11), how comfortable are you to focus on your counseling career on the population of child and adolescent? Explain your like and dislike.
**Nervous about working with this population due to no experience working with them**
3B. Respond to two students:
Student 1: M.G
Children are the population I feel most comfortable focusing my counseling career on. I have a lot of experience with this age group, and it is truly the area I am most passionate about. Working with children is what first sparked my interest in counseling. I know that counseling this population comes with its own unique set of challenges, but in my opinion the benefits far outweigh them. Childhood is such an important foundation for a person's future. Helping a child build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and heal from difficult experiences can have a lasting impact on their life forever. The difference you make in a child's life does not just affect them in the present but it can positively shape their future for years to come. I also love working with kids because of their honesty and vulnerability. They often have such an optimistic outlook on life, and I am excited about the opportunity to help bring joy, growth, and healing into their lives. I also enjoy the creativity that comes with counseling children through techniques like art therapy, games, and different play therapy strategies. I am hopeful that my career will lead me to working with this population.
Student 2: L.B
Children are the population I feel most comfortable focusing my counseling career on. I have a lot of experience with this age group, and it is truly the area I am most passionate about. Working with children is what first sparked my interest in counseling. I know that counseling this population comes with its own unique set of challenges, but in my opinion the benefits far outweigh them. Childhood is such an important foundation for a person's future. Helping a child build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and heal from difficult experiences can have a lasting impact on their life forever. The difference you make in a child's life does not just affect them in the present but it can positively shape their future for years to come. I also love working with kids because of their honesty and vulnerability. They often have such an optimistic outlook on life, and I am excited about the opportunity to help bring joy, growth, and healing into their lives. I also enjoy the creativity that comes with counseling children through techniques like art therapy, games, and different play therapy strategies. I am hopeful that my career will lead me to working with this population.