Question 1

The practice of Naikan therapy has been shown to be effective in treating
A) anxiety.
B) alcoholism.
C) anorexia nervosa.
D) All of the above.

Accepted Answer

Naikan therapy, a form of introspective therapy originating from Japan, has been shown to be effective in treating a variety of conditions, including anxiety, alcoholism, and anorexia nervosa, among others. Its effectiveness across these diverse conditions is attributed to its focus on self-reflection and understanding one's relationships and actions.

Question 2

In __________ therapy, clients are encouraged to consider how their behavior and attitudes contribute or detract from a greater social system.
A) Morita
B) Ntu
C) Naikan
D) humanistic-existential

Accepted Answer

The answer of In __________ therapy, clients are encouraged to...

Question 3

The goal of Ntu psychotherapy is to
A) create a sense of holism in one's life.
B) restore harmony, genuineness, and interconnectedness.
C) restore a sense of belonging to society.
D) None of the above.

Accepted Answer

Ntu psychotherapy aims to restore harmony, genuineness, and interconnectedness, aligning with its principles of holistic healing and balance.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT one of the distinct phases of Ntu psychotherapy?
A) alignment
B) actualization
C) restoration
D) synthesis

Accepted Answer

Restoration is not a distinct phase of Ntu psychotherapy.

Question 5

In the __________ phase of Ntu psychotherapy, congruence of thoughts, behaviors, and feelings is the goal.
A) harmony
B) alignment
C) actualization
D) synthesis

Accepted Answer

In the alignment phase of Ntu psychotherapy, the goal is to achieve congruence of thoughts, behaviors, and feelings.

Question 6

Both __________are founded on persons' experiences. So as people experience more, including one another, their theoretical orientations change.
A) health and dysfunction
B) beliefs and insight
C) culture and theory
D) thoughts and behavior

Accepted Answer

The answer of Both __________are founded on persons' experiences. So...

Question 7

For counselors, the phrase theoretical orientation best describes our
A) rationale and our action.
B) purpose and our direction.
C) research and our practice.
D) None of the above.

Accepted Answer

Theoretical orientation in counseling refers to the rationale behind the counselor's approach and the actions they take in therapy, guiding their interventions and techniques.

Question 8

Many people become aware of their motivation for living or their personal theory for life
A) following a traumatic event.
B) while in counseling.
C) at times of change or crisis.
D) All of the above.

Accepted Answer

People often become aware of their motivation for living or their personal theory of life during significant moments such as following a traumatic event, while in counseling, or at times of change or crisis. These situations can prompt introspection and reflection, leading to a deeper understanding of one's motivations and beliefs.

Question 9

A person's worldview can be best characterized as
A) founded exclusively on cultural expectations.
B) explanations, motivations, or reasons for living their lives.
C) motivation for transformation.
D) mutable and transient.

Accepted Answer

Worldviews encompass the explanations, motivations, or reasons individuals have for living their lives, guiding their understanding and interpretation of the world.

Question 10

A person's worldview is typically constructed from all of the following value orientations EXCEPT
A) human nature.
B) person/nature relations.
C) social relations.
D) family structure.

Accepted Answer

Family structure, while influential in shaping an individual's beliefs and behaviors, is not considered a primary component of a person's worldview in the same way as orientations towards human nature, person/nature relations, and social relations. Worldviews are more broadly concerned with fundamental cognitive orientations regarding the nature of reality, human existence, and the relationship between humans and the natural world.

Question 11

When clients do not fit the cultural expectations for a particular theory
A) they are beyond help.
B) they should not seek counseling.
C) they could be inaccurately viewed as deficient from the start.
D) counselors are advised to improvise.

Accepted Answer

Clients who do not fit the cultural expectations for a particular theory could be inaccurately viewed as deficient from the start, highlighting the importance of cultural competence and adaptability in counseling.

Question 12

All of the following social systems affect clients understanding of mental health EXCEPT
A) religion.
B) government.
C) family.
D) All of the above affect a client's understanding of mental health.

Accepted Answer

All of the listed social systems (religion, government, and family) play a significant role in shaping an individual's understanding and perception of mental health. Each of these systems can influence beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors regarding mental health issues and treatment.

Question 13

The fourth force in counseling has been characterized as
A) transpersonal.
B) integrative.
C) multicultural.
D) All of the above.

Accepted Answer

The fourth force in counseling is characterized as transpersonal, integrative, and multicultural, encompassing a broader and more holistic approach to therapy that includes spiritual, cultural, and existential dimensions.

Question 14

Counseling theories generally are developed in and support a particularly __________ worldview.
A) Westernized
B) evolved
C) individualized
D) collective

Accepted Answer

Counseling theories are often developed within a Westernized context, reflecting Western cultural values and perspectives.

Question 15

The concept of a grand theory is best described as
A) integrating all dimensions of human experience into a single overarching theoretical framework.
B) incorporating many different models for counseling and spawning variations on a particular theme.
C) Both of the above.
D) None of the above.

Accepted Answer

Grand theories aim to offer a comprehensive framework that integrates various dimensions of human experiences, and they often encompass multiple models or theories, leading to variations on central themes.

Question 16

The process of theoretical adaptation includes A) Eliminate Assumptions, Identify Limitations, Codify Concepts, and Interventions. B) Illuminate Assumptions, Specify Limitations, Evaluate Clients, and Diversify Interventions. C) Eliminate Assumptions, Specify Limitations, Evaluate Clients, and Diagnose Interventions. D) Determine Assumptions, Identify Limitations, Simplify Concepts, and Diversify Interventions.

Accepted Answer

The process of theoretical adaptation involves determining assumptions to understand the foundational beliefs of the theory, identifying limitations to recognize where the theory may not apply or needs modification, simplifying concepts to make the theory more accessible and applicable, and diversifying interventions to ensure the theory can be applied across different contexts and populations.

Question 17

Contextual-systemic models of theory and intervention are supported by
A) constructivist paradigms.
B) positivist paradigms.
C) post-positivist paradigms.
D) All of the above.

Accepted Answer

Contextual-systemic models align with constructivist paradigms, which emphasize understanding the complexity of human experience and the context in which it occurs.

Question 18

Multicultural counseling and therapy (MCT) has been presented as __________ that encompasses many different conceptual models and approaches to counseling.
A) a model for counseling
B) a meta-theory
C) an intervention
D) an evaluative method

Accepted Answer

Multicultural counseling and therapy (MCT) is considered a meta-theory because it provides an overarching framework that integrates various theories and models of counseling, rather than being a specific model, intervention, or evaluative method itself.

Question 19

The practice of __________ encourages individuals to consider their roles in and reliance on larger social systems and engage inward reflection for greater understanding and appreciation for the benefits of an external system.
A) Naikan
B) mediation
C) yoga
D) counseling

Accepted Answer

Naikan is a Japanese form of self-reflection that encourages individuals to think about their relationships and dependencies on others, fostering gratitude and understanding of one's place within larger social systems.

Question 20

__________ therapy is a culturally contextualized approach to counseling that emphasizes the importance of self-in-relation.
A) Person-centered
B) Morita
C) Group
D) Jungian

Accepted Answer

Morita therapy is a culturally contextualized approach to counseling that originates from Japan. It emphasizes the importance of accepting feelings without attempting to change them, focusing on what can be controlled such as behaviors and actions, which aligns with the concept of self-in-relation within its cultural context.

Quiz 17: Using Counseling Theories in Multicultural Contexts

The practice of Naikan therapy has been shown to be effective in treating

In __________ therapy, clients are encouraged to consider how their behavior and attitudes contribute or detract from a greater social system.

The goal of Ntu psychotherapy is to

Which of the following is NOT one of the distinct phases of Ntu psychotherapy?

In the __________ phase of Ntu psychotherapy, congruence of thoughts, behaviors, and feelings is the goal.

Both __________are founded on persons' experiences. So as people experience more, including one another, their theoretical orientations change.

For counselors, the phrase theoretical orientation best describes our

Many people become aware of their motivation for living or their personal theory for life

A person's worldview can be best characterized as

A person's worldview is typically constructed from all of the following value orientations EXCEPT

When clients do not fit the cultural expectations for a particular theory

All of the following social systems affect clients understanding of mental health EXCEPT

The fourth force in counseling has been characterized as

Counseling theories generally are developed in and support a particularly __________ worldview.

The concept of a grand theory is best described as

The process of theoretical adaptation includes

Contextual-systemic models of theory and intervention are supported by

Multicultural counseling and therapy (MCT) has been presented as __________ that encompasses many different conceptual models and approaches to counseling.

The practice of __________ encourages individuals to consider their roles in and reliance on larger social systems and engage inward reflection for greater understanding and appreciation for the benefits of an external system.

__________ therapy is a culturally contextualized approach to counseling that emphasizes the importance of self-in-relation.