My theory for counseling is geared around a partnership between the therapist and client. The relationship would have to be introduced and agreed upon during the initial session. I have never been in therapy but it would have been very helpful after so many years hurting from sexual abuse. I used to have a difficult time trusting others and always thought everyone had ulterior motives. I understand that success takes external motivation but I believe the therapist and client both need to be the directors of the counseling. If the client feels fulfillment in changing their attitudes, they might be less likely to worsen and have the need to resolve more problems than when they initially came to therapy. How people view others is always going to be a debate between therapists. Each theory has a different view …show more content…
After I analyze the information, I would interview the client and get a better understanding of their goal from therapy. I would give homework accordingly so they can visualize their behaviors and problems so they can determine if they are moving in the right direction for future success. I would discuss past events that could have shaped the client into who they are today and give them an opportunity to reevaluate the situation and determine if there was something else they could have done to change the outcome. I believe if the therapist isn’t empathetic with the client the trust factor could be lost and the client might not feel the absolute support they desire from therapy. All theories have limitations but the greatest weaknesses associated with the therapies I chose are the risk of the client and therapist relationship getting too comfortable. If the client loses respect for the therapist, they might take advantage of their support and spiral in a negative direction. The therapist should be willing to provide consequences if the need