Theory to Memorize: Adlerian Flashcards
T/F: All behavior has a purpose.
true
Goals are…
always relevant and meaningful in the situational context
What is fictional finalism?
guiding self-ideal; imaged central goal that directs behavior; image of a perfect position
Lifestyle?
basic orientation to life
Phenomenological perspective
behavior is a result of our subjective perceptions
Human personality has ____ and _____ ______
unity; definite patterns
Primary goal of behaviors?
belonging
What are the goals of Adlerian counseling?
provide encouragement so client can develop socially useful goals
foster insight into mistaken goals and self-defeating behavior
develop a sense of belonging and connection to others
develop a sense of equality with others
What are the 4 phases of the counseling process?
establish strong therapeutic relationship
explore individual dynamics (assessment)
encourage self-understanding and insight
reorientation and reeducation: help client make new choices
Important aspects of “Establishing a Strong Therapeutic Relationship”
mutual trust - empathy and encouragement
focus on strengths and assets
attend to client’s subjective experience
alignment of therapist and client goals
How to explore the individual dynamics via subjective interview
help the client tell their story -> ask the question (“how would your life be different, and what would you be doing differently, if you did not have this symptom/problem?”)
How to explore via objective interview, the lifestyle assessment
family constellation -> early recollections (“what part stands out for you?”, “what was the most vivid part of your memory?”, “what’s your feeling in that moment?”) -> understanding basic mistakes (distorted attitudes about self, world, other people, goals, methods of operation, ideals, conclusions)
How to encourage self-understanding and insight
understand the underlying motivations of behavior
insight is a foundation for change that can lead to constructive action
use of interpretation: focus on the purposes and consequences of behavior, feelings, beliefs
ex: Could it be that…, I wonder if…
How to “reorientation and reeducation”, helping clients make new choices
reoriented toward the useful side of life: developing social interest and connection with others
alternative attitudes, behaviors, and beliefs are considered
making commitments to change
solve problems and make decisions
build courage = fundamental attitude rather than just a technique, conveying to client belief in self, awareness of strengths and ability to change, help client develop a sense of hope and assume responsibility for change
prescribing the symptom
push-button technique, acting “as if”, task setting and commitment
Push-button technique
use when clients feel they’re helpless victims of other people or of their feelings
acting “as if”
ask client to try on a successful role
Task setting and commitment
work toward specific actions regarding their problems
use a variety of strategies to accomplish this goal
