Question 1

a. Explain what is meant by psychotherapy?

b. Describe 3 steps that you would normally follow in a counselling process.

c. Explain the core principles of the person centred approach.

Question 2

All married individuals' vow to work hard to ensure that their relationship continues (never ends). The majority of them accept the responsibility to keep each other primary in their lives.

Explain the underlined words and show how they may be of help to you in counselling.

Question 3

a. Name the causes of psychological dysfunction according to the cognitive therapists.

b. Describe how you would use the cognitive therapy to help a depressed client.

Question 4

Critically discuss, with the use of examples, how the personal history of individuals can be useful in the therapeutic process.

Question 5

Discuss, as a prospective counsellor, the importance of any 3 ethical principles of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy or any other similar Association.