Texas Counselor Counseling Theories & Techniques

Question 1

Which counseling theory emphasizes unconditional positive regard?

Accepted Answer

Person-centered therapy

Answer

Cognitive-behavioral therapy

Answer

Psychoanalytic therapy

Answer

Behavior therapy

Question 2

Which technique is commonly used in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive restructuring

Answer

Dream interpretation

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Free association

Answer

Unconscious exploration

Question 3

What is the focus of solution-focused brief therapy?

Accepted Answer

Building on strengths and solutions

Answer

Analyzing past trauma

Answer

Identifying unconscious conflicts

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Exploring early childhood memories

Question 4

Which theory is based on the belief that thoughts influence behavior and emotions?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive theory

Answer

Gestalt therapy

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Existential therapy

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Reality therapy

Question 5

What is a key technique used in Gestalt therapy?

Accepted Answer

Empty chair technique

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Systematic desensitization

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Thought stopping

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Token economy

Question 6

Reality therapy emphasizes what principle?

Accepted Answer

Focusing on responsibility and choice

Answer

Uncovering repressed memories

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Relying on medication

Answer

Avoiding confrontation