Counseling Treatment Planning and Case Conceptualization 2

Question 1

In the 4 P's model of case conceptualization, which factor refers to influences that maintain a client's problem over time?

Accepted Answer

Perpetuating

Answer

Perpetuating factors are the conditions that keep the problem going once it has started.

Question 2

A client's recent job loss triggered a depressive episode. In the 4 P's model, the job loss is best classified as a:

Accepted Answer

Precipitating factor

Answer

Precipitating factors are the immediate triggers that set off the current problem.

Question 3

Which treatment goal is written in the most measurable form?

Accepted Answer

Client will report anxiety at or below 4/10 on a SUDS scale for three consecutive weeks

Answer

A measurable goal names a specific behavior, a criterion, and a timeframe.

Question 4

What is the main function of a long-term goal in a treatment plan?

Accepted Answer

To describe the overall desired outcome of counseling

Answer

Long-term goals state the broad outcome, while objectives break it into measurable steps.

Question 5

A counselor sets treatment goals with the client instead of for the client mainly in order to:

Accepted Answer

Increase client motivation and strengthen the working alliance

Answer

Collaborative goal setting builds ownership and the therapeutic alliance, both of which predict better outcomes.

Counseling Practice Test