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1. Contemporary theories of counseling: a. are grounded on assumptions that are a part of Eastern culture. b. emphasize the uniqueness of the individual, self-assertion, and ego strength. c. focus on interdependence and losing self in the totality of the […]

1. The family systems perspective is grounded on the assumption that a client’s problematic behavior may be: a. an individual problem that needs to be resolved before the family can meet in a group. b. the issue that is keeping […]

1. ____________ refers to “the fair and equitable distribution of power, resources, and obligations in society to all people, regardless of race, gender, ability, status, sexual orientation, and religious or spiritual background.” a. Confidentiality b. Diversity c. Informed consent d. […]

1. ____________ aim to change the social environment to meet the needs of the population as a whole and are carried out by influencing social policy. a. Direct community services b. Indirect community services c. Community organization services d. Community […]

1. With respect to values in the counseling process, the authors contend that: a. it is important that counselors clarify their values and the ways in which they enter the therapeutic process. b. counselors can avoid communicating values to their […]

1. ____________ influences every facet of our existence, so it is essential that culturally responsive practice be central in all that we do. a. Oppression b. Stereotypes c. Racism d. Culture ANSWER: d POINTS: 1 REFERENCES: Ethics Codes from a […]

1. All of the following pose a number of potential ethical problems with regard to protecting client privacy EXCEPT: a. face-to-face interaction. b. telephone and cellular phone. c. answering machine and voicemail. d. fax and e-mail. ANSWER: a POINTS: 1 […]

1. Joe has a counseling practice and is also teaching psychology part-time at a university. He is well-liked and trusted by students and some have asked for private counseling. Joe has decided to wait until semester break before taking them […]

1. Which of the following statements is NOT true with respect to counselor competence? a. Practitioners are required to practice within the boundaries of their competence. b. Only when the therapist completes a doctoral program are they competent to practice […]

1. Three legal considerations in the supervisory relationship are: a. supervisors’ qualifications, along with their duties and responsibilities. b. issues with dual relationships. c. consent of trainees, clients, and third-party payers. d. informed consent, confidentiality and its limits, and liability. […]

Patricia, a family therapist, has adopted an egalitarian philosophy to guide her practice. A Korean couple comes to her to address concerns they have about their teenage daughter. When asked about their home life, they acknowledge that they hold traditional […]

According to the National Organization for Human Services, the following is TRUE concerning dual relationships: a. There is a clear consensus among practitioners regarding nonsexual relationships in counseling. b. Due to the fact that there are clinical, ethical, and legal […]

There are three types of________________: health plans, health care clearinghouses, and health care providers who transmit health information by electronic means. a. covered entities b. computer transactions c. administrative positions d. HIPAA rules In___________ sexist attitudes and patriarchal assumptions are […]

_________________-should include a record of client and therapist behavior that is clinically relevant, including interventions used, client responses to treatment strategies, the evolving treatment plan, and any follow-up measures taken. a. Assessments b. Progress notes c. Intakes d. Screenings In […]

Which of the following is NOTa code of ethics in regards to sexual contact and the therapeutic relationship from various professional organizations? a. Sexual intimacy with current clients, or their spouses or partners, is prohibited. Engaging in sexual intimacy with […]

Practicing counseling without an explicit theoretical rationale is somewhat like: a. driving a car with a GPS device. b. trying to sail a boat without a rudder. c. flying a plane without a co-pilot. d. taking a train ride. In […]

Olivia, a new supervisor, is creating a template for a supervisory contract she can use with supervisees. In the contract, she should include information related to all of the following EXCEPT: a. goals and objectives. b. her personal religious and […]

Which of the following situations does NOT have the potential to harm or exploit a client? a. Entering a business venture with a client b. Developing a sexual relationship with a client c. Establishing a social relationship with a client […]

_______________ uses assessment to understand the client’s pattern of thinking and to identify selfdefeating beliefs. a. Feminist therapy b. Cognitive-behavioral approaches c. Behavior therapy d. Systemic therapies Which of the following is NOTidentified in the text as a guideline for […]

Which of the practitioners described below would NOT be an effective family therapist? a. One who demonstrates acceptance, interest, and caring b. One who is courageous and a risk-taker c. One who downplays the influence of diversity d. One who […]

According to researchers, counselor’s personal religious values: a. do not affect the therapeutic relationship. b. only affect the therapeutic relationship when discussing spiritual issues. c. should be ignored at all times. d. may affect their therapeutic work, directly or indirectly, […]

Confidentiality in online supervision is: a. filled with potential problems such as the possibility of computer-savvy individuals hacking into confidential communications between supervisor and supervisee and the risk of confidential content being sent or forwarded to others in error. b. […]

Which of the following would be an ineffective way of managing a client’s suicidal ideation? a. Attempt to secure a promise from the client that he or she will not try to commit suicide. b. Immediately hospitalize the client. c. […]