Describe your personal theoretical orientation

  

Describe your personal theoretical orientation

This assignment requires that you write a 12-15 page paper that describes your personal
theoretical orientation. You have the option of integrating multiple theories OR using a single
theory approach. Your approach should develop from extensive self-reflection, thoughts of your
personal goals in counseling, and a review of all theories covered in this course. Additionally, you
need to consider the cultural implications and potential limitations of your approach as well as
how you would rectify these limitations with a client. This paper should demonstrate your
defense on how your theoretical approach is ideal when working with clients. This paper should
address each of the following aspects:
• Key concepts and tenets of the integrated theory
• Your role as a counselor
• Therapeutic goals
• Key interventions, techniques, approaches, or methods
• Cultural implications of using this theory with diverse clientele
• Potential limitations
• Any ethical considerations that may arise from your approach
• Relevance of working specifically with people with trauma
• References (at least 5 peer-reviewed sources)
As part of your paper, you should also introduce a small case study using your theoretical
orientation. You do NOT have to act it out. This case study also does not need to be based on a
real client. The case study should offer information on the following:
• Client’s presenting problem(s), brief family history, and relevant demographic
considerations
• Conceptualization of the case from the selected theoretical approach, including your idea
of a potential treatment plan for the client
• One sample interaction between the counselor and client (no more than one page double-
spaced) in transcript format—should demonstrate theoretical orientation

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