Conditions of worth depend on the model, unconditional positive regard of empathy, congruence and self-actualization. In person-centered theory is viewed as a humanistic approach in which the client is led to express their experiences of their life (Rodgers, 1957-1959). Person-centered approach to counselling attributes to the core conditions, empathy, congruence, (genesis) and self-actualization. The experience for the client should be a positive one, they need to feel like they are being listened to and understood. It is important to engage in the client’s world so they are able to express their feelings.
The positive of this is that if there is anything I am unsure of I can speak in confidence and not feel embarrassed that I do not know how to do something in front of the care home clients and/or their families. It means that we work together to find which direction we would like my role to go in, and in my case it was discussed that when
Shedding the stigma of their problems, the client is able to step back and examine themself as a whole person and become aware of not only who they are, but who they have the capacity to become as well. Rogers believed this was achievable in a few specific ways: 1) by displaying congruency, or being genuine with clients and allowing the client to experience the counselor as who they really are, not as someone hiding behind a stoic façade, 2) by demonstrating unconditional positive regard, or caring deeply and genuinely for the client and their well being, regardless of their choices and actions and 3) by being empathetic and understanding towards the client (Prochaska & Norcross, 2014). In a recent 2011 study of twenty people who reported psychotic processes (I.e- hearing voices, hallucinating, paranoia and unusual and sometimes harmful processes of thinking or behavior), researchers found that a specific method used in the person centered approach, namely unconditional positive regard, was the main component that was able to bring about positive change in these particular people. By the therapist not labeling their illness and
My body language is very important. I use open gestures, friendly face and one to one eye contact. When I am speaking with people who I am the manager of I need to know they understand my instructions, and understand that as their superior they have to do the duties that I request of them, this also has to be communicated with a mutual air of respect to ensure people are happy to carry out the tasks I have requested of them. I am happy to use visual aids and also
Whilst the first part of the meeting is clearly an exercise, in fact-finding, the most important aspect of an initial meeting is to ascertain in the client/therapist relationship will work successfully. Whether there is mutual respect, trust and clarity around what will happen in subsequent meetings. From the moment you meet your client, you will be assessing them, however, you will be trying to create an environment which puts both you and your client at ease. Therefore finding neutral subjects and shared ground in order to give them time to take in their new surroundings, will in turn allow them assess and appraise you. The use of open questions and active listening techniques to glean answers rather than firing
This helps the individual to become aware of their behaviour and it teaches them appropriate ways of managing their own thoughts, without changing the situation itself. It is short term, as it brings faster results and is completed within a specific time period. CBT is problem focused and is structured, there is an agenda for each session, where the client is taught methods how they should behave in order to achieve their own goals. It focuses on the present and derived from experience or observation. CBT is collaborative and it is necessary to have a constructive and trusting relationship between the therapist and client.
Reflecting over the past weeks and assessing the impact of this course, I am now more aware that Counselling can help in a number of different ways. I have realised that at all time’s counsellors must show a commitment, and the client must feel reassured that their situation is probably not as despairing as they first thought. I have gained a great deal of knowledge on how to assist, understand and clarify with people on their views, also how to use the skills of counselling, for example paraphrasing, reflecting and summaries. Attending the counselling course has made a positive impact on my personal and professional life, in the way that I think, act and see situation, also the course has changed my perception of myself by making me more aware that it`s alright to say no when asked to do something I don`t what to do, I wouldn`t have classed myself as a people pleaser but working through this course I have become aware that from time to time I can be. The course has taught me to self-reflect, this has enable me to identify and develop personal awareness, Also the course has allowed me to be more aware on how to remain emotionally detached from the relationship that I will be developing with a client.
Congruency is not merely a technique employed by counsellors; it is an attitude and philosophy – a state of realness. Congruent people are comfortable with themselves therefore allowing them to be comfortable in their interactions with other people; congruency requires high levels of self-awareness, self-acceptance and self-trust – basically a complete understanding and knowledge of one’s own self. Congruency in the therapeutic setting will allow the client to view the helper as trustworthy which will be helpful in the process of facilitation. Congruency requires whatever the helper says to be real and genuine, no matter what reaction is elicited. Example A helper working with a man who openly admits to abusing his wife does not agree with his actions but is still employed to help with the feeling the client has surrounding the abuse.
3. Discuss the importance of readiness to practise In order to be ready to practise, it will be useful to firstly have a certain level of training. We must also enjoy, be comfortable and confident talking to strangers and be ready to put our own beliefs and values aside in order to refrain from any kind of judgment. Patience is also a must as it gives the client time to express themselves in their own time and words which shows respect and can help build the
So long as it is given when ready, the result should be positive. Using my newfound awareness of Relatedness, I can try to create as much familiarity as possible with them. Even in new situations, I can try and create common ground and relatability between me, them and the task at hand. Using my newfound awareness of Fairness, I can ensure that I understand the other person’s baseline attitude towards something and their baseline expectation. Since fairness is a relative thing and often times is based on expectations and opinions, understanding their baseline help me establish where we start the conversation and where we start the information exchange.