CNL-500 Topic 6: Comparison Worksheet
Directions: Choose two family systems theories (Bowenian, Structural, Strategic, or Satir) and one individual counseling theory studied in this course (any theory studied in topics 1-5) and compare the three theories.
Part 1: Create a hypothetical family. Develop a scenario that has caused this family to seek counseling. The scenario should be 150-250 words in length. Be sure to include the following in the scenario: 1) Identify the members of the family; 2) The problem/focus of therapy; 3) Family rules which enabled the problem to continue; and 4) rationale for who the identified patient (IP) is.
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Part 2: Complete the specific fields listed in the chart for each theory chosen. All sections will require a 50-75-word description except for the section where you list the three treatment interventions. Include a minimum of six scholarly resources in addition to the course textbook and in-text citation as appropriate. Include a full APA reference for the resources used below.
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Multi-Person Family Therapy (a session including more than one family member present) |
Single Person Family Systems Approach (a session using a family systems theory with only one person present) |
Individual Counseling Theory (any theory of your choice from topics 1-5) |
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Theory |
<Enter First Chosen Theory> |
<Enter Second Chosen Theory> |
<Enter Third Chosen Theory> |
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Roles of the Counselor and Client(s) (50-75 words each) |
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Describe the state of dysfunction How would you describe the problem from each theoretical orientation? (50-75 words each) |
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Process of Change How is change accomplished? (50-75 words each) |
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List 3 Treatment Interventions |
Intervention 1: Intervention 2: Intervention 3: |
Intervention 1: Intervention 2: Intervention 3: |
Intervention 1: Intervention 2: Intervention 3: |
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Important Ethical Considerations (50-75 words each) |
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How would this theory help the family in your scenario establish a new homeostasis? (50-75 words each) |
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