Theory and Practice of counseling and Psychotherapy Tenth Edition
Provide your own analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of Humanistic and Existential Theories, how well it integrates into your personal and professional identity as a counselor, and whether or not you think it is a theory that resonates with you for future clinical practice.
Provide a brief review of the theory as part of your reaction/analysis (Person-Centered Therapy and Existential and Gestalt Therapies).
This review can include information such as
Nature of the person, including innate capacities or capabilities, and
motivational constructs according to the theory (if applicable).
Nature of psychological distress or maladjustment (how do people develop
mental illness) according to the theory.
Goals of counseling/psychotherapy according to the theory.
Role and activity of the therapist, including:
Major techniques utilized
Diagnosis and appraisal techniques
Evaluation of client progress in therapy
