Theories of Psychotherapy I

Paraphrase is a miniature version of the client's ______

• story

• background

• history

Paraphrasing is a reflection of _____

• content

• meaning

• feeling

Paraphrase is a vehicle for ____ by the client

• self-confrontation

• self-discovery

• self-care

In reflection of content, the helper is offering solutions, and is focused on, “Let’s look together at what you are saying.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

not offering solutions

Evocative responses are

• Particular

• Subjective

• Connotative

• Interesting

Reasons for reflecting except

• Verbally communicates empathy

• Confirms or corrects what client is feeling

• Allows exploration of client’sexperience

• Captures relevant client’s message that may have remained camouflaged

Answer explanation

saying instead of feeling

Door openers are generally positive ____ invitation to talk. It may include ____ by the helpers.

• coercive

• noncoercive

• observations

• facts

minimal encouragers are ___ supportive statements that convey ____ and understanding.

• brief

• accurate

• attention

• sympathy

Common problems in paraphrasing except:

• Worrying about what just said

• Difficulty hearing story because of “noise”

• Being “too much” on the side of the client

• Being judgmental of the client

Answer explanation

Worrying about what to say next

One must not beware of Value judgement since it's natural that social protocols for discourse typically motivate us to verbally praise accomplishments, celebrate victories, and mourn adverse events

• True

• False

Answer explanation

We must beware of Value Judgements, Paraphrasing should uncover client perceptions