LPC Fundamentals of Counseling 5

Question 1

In Gestalt therapy, the concept of 'unfinished business' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Unexpressed emotions from past experiences that interfere with present functioning

Answer

Gestalt therapy addresses 'unfinished business'—lingering unexpressed feelings from past events that continue to intrude on the client's present awareness.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a 'process' observation in a counseling session?

Accepted Answer

Observing that the client smiles when discussing a painful topic

Answer

Process observations focus on how communication occurs (tone, affect, body language, inconsistencies) rather than the content of what is said.

Question 3

The HIPAA Privacy Rule primarily governs:

Accepted Answer

The protection and permissible disclosure of protected health information (PHI)

Answer

HIPAA's Privacy Rule establishes national standards for protecting individually identifiable health information (PHI) and regulating when it may be disclosed.

Question 4

Adler's concept of 'social interest' (Gemeinschaftsgefühl) suggests that mental health is linked to:

Accepted Answer

A sense of belonging and contribution to the community

Answer

Adler believed that psychological well-being requires a genuine concern for others and a felt sense of connection and contribution to society.

Question 5

When a counselor uses 'minimal encouragers' during a session, they are most likely trying to:

Accepted Answer

Encourage the client to continue talking without directing the conversation

Answer

Minimal encouragers (e.g., 'mm-hmm,' 'go on,' nodding) communicate attentiveness and prompt the client to elaborate without interrupting the flow.

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LPC Fundamentals of Counseling 5