Therapeutic Techniques Flashcards

A client says, "My ex ruined everything." The coach replies, "What part of moving forward is within your control?" This technique emphasizes:

Answer: Locus of control and empowerment

Moving attention to what the client can control builds agency and lowers feelings of helplessness.

Which grounding technique asks clients to name things they can see, hear, touch, smell, and taste?

Answer: 5-4-3-2-1 sensory grounding

The 5-4-3-2-1 exercise uses the five senses to bring an anxious client back to the present moment.

Narrative techniques in divorce coaching help clients primarily by:

Answer: Re-authoring their story so the divorce is not their whole identity

Narrative approaches separate the person from the problem and help clients build a hopeful new life story.

Progressive muscle relaxation involves:

Answer: Systematically tensing and then releasing muscle groups

Tensing and releasing muscles in sequence lowers physical tension linked to stress and anxiety.

A coach affirms, "You showed real courage by setting that boundary with your ex." The main purpose of this affirmation is to:

Answer: Recognize strengths and build self-efficacy

Genuine affirmations point out client strengths and efforts, which builds confidence to keep changing.

Which is an example of an open-ended question?

Answer: What feels most important to you as you plan your next steps?

Open-ended questions invite detailed answers and reflection instead of a yes or no.

When a client expresses grief over the loss of their marriage, the coach normalizes it by explaining that grief can include denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. This is called:

Answer: Psychoeducation

Psychoeducation gives clients information that normalizes their experience and reduces distress.