Level 1 Counselling Skills Quiz

According to Egan's SOLER theory, what does 'S' stand for?

• Speak clearly

• Smile frequently

• Face the client Squarely

• Show empathy

What does 'O' represent in Egan's SOLER theory?

• Offer advice

• Observe carefully

• Organize thoughts

• Adopt an Open posture

In Egan's SOLER theory, what is the meaning of 'L'?

• Listen actively

• Lean toward the other

• Laugh appropriately

• Lead the conversation

What does 'E' stand for in Egan's SOLER theory?

• Express emotions

• Encourage the client

• Maintain good Eye contact

• Evaluate the situation

According to Egan's SOLER theory, what does 'R' signify?

• Respond promptly

• Remember details

• Reflect on the conversation

• Try to be relatively Relaxed or natural in these behaviours

Which of the following is NOT listed as a core listening skill in basic counselling skills?

• Active listening

• Being aware of nonverbal communication

• Building rapport

• Providing advice

What is the main purpose of core listening skills in counselling?

• To give the counsellor an authoritative position

• To help the counsellor empathetically listen to the speaker

• To enable the counsellor to speak more than the client

• To ensure the counsellor solves the client's problems

According to the image, which of the following is a component of basic counselling skills?

• Silence

• Negotiation

• Persuasion

• Argumentation

What does attending in counselling mean?

• Ignoring the client's words and focusing on their body language

• Being in the company of someone else and giving that person your full attention

• Speaking on behalf of the client during sessions

• Taking notes on what the client says for future reference

What is the role of silence in counselling?

• To create an uncomfortable atmosphere

• To give the counsellor control of the session

• To give the client control of the content, pace and objectives

• To signal the end of the counselling session