Chemical Dependency Counselor License Exam Counseling Theories and Skills 3

Question 1

During a group counseling session, a member repeatedly interrupts others. The MOST therapeutically appropriate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Use the behavior as material for group exploration of boundaries

Answer

Processing interpersonal behaviors as they occur in the group is a core technique of group therapy and offers real-time learning.

Question 2

A counselor using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with a client who has co-occurring borderline personality disorder and substance use would emphasize:

Accepted Answer

Distress tolerance and emotional regulation skills

Answer

DBT was developed for emotionally dysregulated clients and focuses on four skill modules including distress tolerance and emotional regulation.

Question 3

Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'unconditional positive regard' as used in person-centered counseling?

Accepted Answer

Accepting the client as a person regardless of their behavior or statements

Answer

Unconditional positive regard means the counselor values and accepts the client completely without judgment, even when disagreeing with specific behaviors.

Question 4

The term 'secondary gains' in the context of substance use counseling refers to:

Accepted Answer

Benefits the client receives as a result of using substances, such as peer acceptance

Answer

Secondary gains are unintended benefits (social, psychological, financial) that reinforce continued substance use despite negative consequences.

Question 5

A counselor uses role-playing in session to help a client practice refusing a drink at a party. This is an example of which skill-building approach?

Accepted Answer

Behavioral rehearsal

Answer

Behavioral rehearsal involves practicing target behaviors in a safe environment to build competence and confidence before real-world situations.

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Chemical Dependency Counselor License Exam Counseling Theories and Skills 3