Introduction to counseling psychology

Select 1-3 sentences, directly quoted from the applicable learning resources that reference an issue, idea, or concept that was key to that lesson, and cite appropriately.  The quote is “The International Listening Association defines listening as “the attending, receiving, interpreting, and responding to messages presented aurally” (Bodie, Janusik, & Valikoski, 2008, [. 7). from the … Read more

introduction to clinical psychology week 7

Your summary of Dr. Umeh’s TED Talk insightfully captures the powerful message that childhood trauma, often overlooked, can have devastating long-term effects. Highlighting that children’s choices around suicide often stem from “mental anguish, not mental illness,” reinforces the need to differentiate their experiences from adults. Your explanation connects well with Dr. Umeh’s idea of betrayal … Read more

S&C Week 11 Final Project Part 2

Workshop Evaluation Submit the revised 2- to 3-page workshop evaluation that you created in Week 9 that measures the workshop’s effectiveness. Support your Final Project with specific references to all resources used in its preparation. You are to provide a reference list for all resources, including those in the Learning Resources for this course. Use … Read more

S&C Week 11 Discussion 1

Do you ever wonder why many people generally feel better after talking through problems with a trusted friend or family member? Aside from the benefits of having more than one mind working to solve a problem, social support has been shown to buffer the adverse effects of stress. In addition to making you feel better, … Read more

DB

 Describe two 30 shoulds that you believe you accomplish well and explain why.  Describe two 30 shoulds that you believe you do NOT do well, explain why, and discuss specific ways in which you can improve 

VT&CF Week 7 Discussion

To prepare: Review the Learning Resources on self-care and reflect on self-care as an ethical responsibility outlined in the NASW Code of Ethics.  Consider the six domains of self-care and your practices and habits related to those domains, as well as future habits you want to initiate.    Post an explanation of why you think … Read more

S&C Week 7 Discussion

What helps you relieve stress and how effective is your method? There are a variety of reasons individuals select the stress management techniques they use. However, an effective stress management technique allows you lessen the physiological impact of the stress you are experiencing. In addition, it helps you to assess your situation, recognize your emotional … Read more

VT&CF Week 5 Discussion

To prepare: Review the Learning Resources on the physiological response to trauma. Recall a day at your field placement or in another professional setting when you were exposed to others’ trauma. This could be related to the same event and client you discussed in Week 2, or it could be different. Consider the sensations you … Read more

Week 6: Areas of Psychology Dialogue

 Over the past three weeks, you have been learning about some significant areas of psychology.  In week 4 we studied sensation and perception, week 5 introduced learning theories, and week 6 discusses developmental psychology.  As you reflect on these three areas of psychology, how might they reflect the idea that our understanding of reality and the … Read more