Assignment: Ethical Implications Related To Counseling
· Using the DSM-5, explain and justify your diagnosis for this client.
· Explain whether any of the therapeutic approaches in this week’s Learning Resources would be effective with this client. Include expected outcomes based on these therapeutic approaches. Support your approach with evidence-based literature.
· Explain any legal and/or ethical implications related to counseling this client.
(Write about an Iraq vet suffering from PTSD)
2nd Assignment
Select a client whom you observed or counseled this week. Then, address the following in your Practicum Journal:
· Describe the client (without violating HIPAA regulations) and identify any pertinent history or medical information, including prescribed medications.
· Using the DSM-5, explain and justify your diagnosis for this client.
· Explain whether motivational interviewing would be effective with this client. Include expected outcomes based on this therapeutic approach. Support your approach with evidence-based literature.
· Explain any legal and/or ethical implications related to counseling this client.
(Example Write about a patient with a mood disorder/depression)
3RD ASSIGNMENT
In a 1- to 2-page paper, address the following:
· Briefly describe how supportive and interpersonal psychotherapies are similar.
· Explain at least three differences between these therapies. Include how these differences might impact your practice as a mental health counselor.
· Explain which therapeutic approach you might use with clients and why. Support your approach with evidence-based literature.
