LPC Fundamentals of Counseling 2

Question 1

A client discloses they are experiencing suicidal ideation with a specific plan but no intent to act. Which is the counselor's FIRST priority?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a thorough suicide risk assessment

Answer

Conducting a thorough risk assessment—including plan, means, intent, and protective factors—is the first step before determining the appropriate level of care.

Question 2

Which counseling theory emphasizes that psychological distress arises from incongruence between the real self and the ideal self?

Accepted Answer

Person-centered therapy

Answer

Carl Rogers' person-centered theory holds that distress results from incongruence between the actual self and the idealized self-concept.

Question 3

In group counseling, the term 'universality' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Members recognizing that their struggles are shared by others

Answer

Yalom identified universality as a therapeutic factor in which group members realize they are not alone in their problems.

Question 4

A counselor who frequently discloses personal experiences to shift focus away from the client is demonstrating:

Accepted Answer

Countertransference

Answer

Using self-disclosure to redirect attention from the client's issues reflects countertransference—the counselor's unresolved feelings influencing the therapeutic relationship.

Question 5

The CACREP accreditation standards primarily ensure that:

Accepted Answer

Counseling programs meet established educational and training standards

Answer

CACREP accredits counselor preparation programs to ensure they meet defined standards for curriculum, faculty, and clinical training.

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LPC Fundamentals of Counseling 2