PCN 520 Discussion 1 Latest July 2016 Complete Self-Inventory of Ethical Behaviors. Select the five behaviors that you consider to be the most serious violations of ethical practice. What are the reasons for your selection of these behaviors? Explain.   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Behaviors considered serious violations of ethical practice Introduction The healthcare industry has a…

PCN 501 Grand Canyon Week 8 Discussion 2 What is a client’s support system, and how is it important in preventing relapse?   ADDITIONAL DETAILS  What is a client’s support system, and how is it important in preventing relapse? Introduction A strong support system is important, not only for people with substance use disorders but…

PCN 500 Grand Canyon Week 5 Assignment Details: Read the “Case Study Analysis.” Select one of the following theories that you feel best applies to treating the client in the case study: 1-    Cognitive 2-    Cognitive Behavioral 3-    Reality Write a 750-1,000-word analysis of the case study using the theory you chose. Include the following in your analysis.…

PCN 500 Grand Canyon Week 7 Discussion 2   Short-term theories have become popular in the past number of years due to the pressure from insurance companies and the legal needs to address the clients’ presenting problems. Why do you think it may be important to consider solution-focused cognitive behavioral theories for the above reasons?…

PCN 500 Grand Canyon Week 6 Discussion 1 What are the main differences between Bowenian, structural, and strategic family systems theories?     ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Bowenian, structural, and strategic family systems theories Introduction The field of family systems therapy is a complex one. It’s made up of several different approaches, some with specific goals, others…

PCN 500 Grand Canyon Week 4 Discussion 2 What are the issues of individual and cultural diversity a counselor must consider when using REBT and behavioral theories?   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Individual and cultural diversity when using REBT and behavioral theories Introduction The use of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and behavioral therapies can be a great way…

PCN 500 Grand Canyon Week 1 Discussion 2 Some might argue that a therapist’s theoretical orientation is irrelevant in the counseling process, and that only client outcomes matter. Others might argue that specific factors common across models of therapy-not specific theory or an approach endorsed by a counselor create a positive outcome. What do you…

PCN 500 Grand Canyon Week 2 Discussion 1 According to Adler, what is the difference between biological and psychological birth order? Describe how Adler’s theory of psychological birth order (the family constellation) shapes the family member.   ADDITIONAL DETAILS  The difference between biological and psychological birth order Introduction There’s a lot to be learned about…

PCN 500 Grand Canyon Week 2 Discussion 2 While there are many neoanalytic writers, they can be divided into two general categories. Some are objective positivist thinkers while others are relativistic/constructivist thinkers. Philosophically, what is the difference among objective positivist neoanalytic writers and relativistic/constructivist neoanalytic writers?   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Positivist thinkers and relativistic/constructivist thinkers Introduction…

PCN 501 Grand Canyon Week 7 Discussion 2 What additional preparation or education would you need to effectively treat the following: Families, adolescents, persons of color, persons from different religious groups, the LGBT population, persons with disabilities, etc.? Why is this preparation/education important? Do you foresee any challenges in obtaining this preparation/education?   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION …