ICDVP Counseling Approaches 2

Question 1

Which counseling approach emphasizes helping domestic violence survivors identify and challenge distorted beliefs about themselves as a result of abuse?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

Answer

CBT helps survivors recognize and restructure distorted cognitions instilled by abusers, such as self-blame and worthlessness.

Question 2

A survivor refuses to discuss the abuse directly but is willing to talk about her goals for the future. Which approach best aligns with this preference?

Accepted Answer

Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)

Answer

SFBT centers on client-defined goals and future possibilities rather than requiring detailed exploration of past trauma.

Question 3

The concept of 'radical acceptance' used in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is especially helpful for DV survivors in what way?

Accepted Answer

It teaches survivors to tolerate distressing emotions without acting impulsively

Answer

Radical acceptance in DBT helps survivors tolerate intense emotions without resorting to harmful coping strategies.

Question 4

When using motivational interviewing with a DV survivor who is ambivalent about leaving the relationship, what is the counselor's primary role?

Accepted Answer

Explore and resolve the client's own ambivalence without imposing direction

Answer

Motivational interviewing uses reflective listening and open-ended questions to help clients explore their own ambivalence and strengthen intrinsic motivation.

Question 5

Which therapeutic concept describes the survivor's internalization of the abuser's voice, leading to ongoing self-criticism even after leaving the relationship?

Accepted Answer

Introjection of the abuser

Answer

Introjection refers to the psychological process by which survivors absorb and replicate the abuser's critical or demeaning internal voice.

(ICDVP) Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professionals Practice Test

(ICDVP) Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professionals Practice Test

ICDVP Counseling Approaches 2