Chap 11 Reality Therapy KC

1. What are the characteristics that define reality therapy? Be able to explain these key concepts of reality therapy: basic psychological needs, choice theory, rejection of the medical model, responsibility, role of the past, and role of transference.

2. Describe the basic ideas involved in choice theory. Be sure to pay attention to important key terms such as the client’s quality world and the concept of total behavior.

3. What is the view of human nature in reality therapy?

4. What is the overall goal of reality therapy? What is the focus of this approach? What are the main tasks of the reality therapist? What are clients expected to do in therapy?

5. Describe the elements involved in the cycle of counseling. Discuss the two major components of the cycle of counseling: the counseling environment, and specific procedures that lead to behavior change.

6. What role does diagnosis play in reality therapy?

7. What are Glasser’s views on mental illness and mental health?

8. Describe the WDEP system. What is the purpose of developing an action plan? What are the key components of this plan? How might a client and counselor develop such a plan?