Case Analysis Assignment (2 x 50 points)
Assignment Instructions:
Read the case of Melody below. Then, similar to the way in which the text applies each theory to the same case(s) throughout, choose a different theoretical orientation for each case analysis. Based on the theoretical orientation you select, describe and explain Melody’s presenting problems and history in the context of that theory and then provide a proposal for how youwould proceed with Melody’s case as guided by the selected theoretical orientation. Finally, discuss the benefits and drawbacks of using the selected theory in Melody’s case. Students must select A DIFFERENT theory for each case analysis. The theories you may choose from are:
Adlerian, Existential, Gestalt, Person-Centered, Behavioral, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Family Systems therapies. The assignments should be submitted in Canvas on or before the due dates.
For each case analysis assignment, write 4 – 5 double spaced pages in total. Papers should have 1-inch margins and typed in 12-point Times New Roman font. Your paper must use APA format with title page (1 page) and references (1 page) as well as the below section titles as headers in your paper. The body of your text should be a minimum of 2 full pages.
1. Introduction
· 1-2 paragraphs describing the selected theory
2. Case Conceptualization
o 1-3 paragraphs explaining the details of Melody’s case (i.e. history, presenting problems, other life details) using key concepts of the selected theory.
3. Recommendations
o 1-3 paragraphs providing recommendations for treatment and next steps based on the selected theory.
4. Critique
o 1-2 paragraphs including both the benefits and drawbacks of conceptualizing Melody’s case with the selected theory
