Review Chapter 6 and the Levitt article, focusing on the different types of counseling microskills

Review Chapter 6 and the Levitt article, focusing on the different types of counseling microskills; how active listening can enhance the other microskills, such as paraphrasing; and how each microskill could be used within a counseling session.

Review the “Vignettes: Counseling Microskills Discussion” document in the Learning Resources and select one to use for this Discussion.

Think about how you could use an open-ended question, paraphrasing, and reflection of what the client is feeling for the vignette you selected

 

·         A brief summary of the case study you chose (one paragraph maximum)

·         One example of each of the following skills as you might say them to the client in the case study:

·         one open-ended question

·         one paraphrase of one of the client’s statements

·         one reflection of what the client is feeling.

 

·          Finally, explain how much of your interaction with this client is an “art” or a “science” and why.

. Christian ethicist Stanley Hauerwas encourages a prescriptive narrative ethical theory

1. According to your readings from class this week, what is one evident similarity and one marked difference         between the ethical theories of Augustine and Aquinas? With which of these thinkers do you most agree (or disagree), and why?

 

 

2. Christian ethicist Stanley Hauerwas encourages a prescriptive narrative ethical theory (and practice). What seems positive or helpful about this approach to ethics? What seems problematic? Cite your sources from the textbooks and other course materials.

 

Each answer should be between 250 to 300 words with one references per answer.

 

MUST PASS TURN IT IN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

Hawkins & Clinton Book Review

Hawkins & Clinton Book Review Instructions

You must complete a book review of The New Christian Counselor: A Fresh Biblical and Transformational Approach by Hawkins & Clintonthat will include 3 sections (summary, analysis, and application). Use the included template and utilize current APA citations as indicated on the template.

 

Summary (40 points)

 

In the summary section (at least 1 page) identify the 8–10 most important concepts of the book. That is, if you could boil down the most important points in the Hawkins & Clinton book, and explain them to a friend, what would they be? Do not just list chapter titles or book sections but summarize the main points in a way that indicates adequate understanding of the Hawkins & Clinton approach to integrative counseling. When you present your ideas, consider highlighting your main points—italics, sub-headings, etc. – to make it easier to pick out the concepts you have chosen.

 

Analysis (15 points)

In this section (approximately 1 page) consider the Module/Week 2 lecture discussion on the models of integration (you may also consult the “Comparing the 5 Views Christians Take to Psychology” PowerPoint or the “The Integration of Psychology and Christianity” document for this section) and explain how you would describe the integration approach of Hawkins & Clinton. What model of integration do you think their approach represents? Would Hawkins & Clinton identify psychological issues apart from spiritual issues, or are they all the same? How important is psychological theory and research in the Hawkins & Clinton approach

 

Application (30 points)

In this section (at least 1 page), you must demonstrate how you would apply some of the principles discussed by Hawkins & Clinton to counseling in a human services setting.

Review this description of a typical day in the life of a human services counseling professional working in a community agency:

 

On a daily basis in your agency, you will work with clients with diagnoses of major mental illnesses, many of whom also engage in pervasive substance abuse. Your clients will have numerous dysfunctional relationships and, as a result, most will exhibit a lack of trust. Many have poor self-management skills, often neglecting to take medications, show up for work, etc. Some cannot even adequately complete activities of daily living (ADL’s). Legal problems are often part of your challenges as is homelessness. Your clients may be poor problem solvers and easily get into petty confrontations with others.

 

As you seek to integrate psychological theory and research with biblical theology/Christian spirituality in your practice as a human services counselor, what concepts from the Hawkins & Clinton book would you be able to apply? Keep in mind that some of you will work in secular agencies, while others will work in faith-based agencies. Although you can draw in concepts from the whole book, try to focus primarily on the first 3 chapters of the Hawkins & Clinton book. Mention and explain at least 5 concepts from the text that you would find helpful as you deal with your clients. Make sure your application has taken into account the typical human services counseling needs mentioned above. Present your 5 concepts in such a way that the main points are obvious to the reader—consider using italics, or sub-headings to highlight the main points.

 

Keep in mind that while the template with correct APA formatting is provided, you must present your ideas using professional writing. Writing quality will count for 15 points of your total. Note that page length is suggested; you will not be penalized for going over the suggested length unless the longer length reveals poor writing. Sections shorter than the suggested length may indicate inadequate content.

 

Three pages

 

Logic Model And Performance Measurement

Assignment 2: Logic Model and Performance Measurement

Now that you have chosen your agency or program, familiarized yourself with its purpose, and finished your needs assessment, in preparation for your final program evaluation this module, you will create a logic model.

This model will help you visualize the key inputs, components, objectives, outputs, constructs, and outcomes for your agency and program as well as the outcomes that you will discuss in detail in M5 Assignment 2 (RA 2). Once you complete your logic model, you will also consider the role of performance measurement in your proposed program evaluation.

See examples of logic models in your textbook; these would be good examples to use as you develop your own logic model.

In addition to submitting your logic model, write 3–4 paragraphs, addressing the following:

  • Provide a description of your logic model. Make sure that your explanation is concise and clearly explains the logic of the connections you have made in your model.
  • Will performance measurement be a part of your program evaluation? Why or why not?
  • If so, how will you measure performance within the agency or program that you are evaluating?