Major Counseling Theories Presentation

Throughout the course, you have studied and written about several counseling theories that are used in the counseling profession. In this PowerPoint presentation, select one counseling theory you see yourself being most effective in, and create a 7-10-slide presentation that includes the following:

• The founding theorists and a description of how the theory was developed
• Major concepts for selected theory
• Standard interventions for selected theory
• How you personally identify with the concepts of this theory
• How you can grow as a counseling student to use this theory most effectively by the time you reach practicum
• Strengths and limitations when applying this theory to diverse client populations
• Select three dispositions from the GCU Counselor Dispositions or the Professional Dispositions of Learners documents, and explain how this theory can help you utilize these concepts in your personal counseling approach.

Include the ACA or ASCA Code of Ethics and six scholarly references beyond the course textbook in your presentation.

Title slide and reference slide are not included in the slide count. Include speaker notes below each content-related slide that represent what would be said if giving the presentation in person. Expand upon the information included in the slide and do not simply restate it. Please ensure the speaker notes include a minimum of 150 words.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Course Resources if you need assistance.

Benchmark Information

This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:

MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling; MEd School Counseling

1.1: Demonstrate an understanding of the major counseling theories and principles. [CACREP 2.F.5.a; MC5]

This assignment is informed by the following CACREP Standards:

2.F.5.a. Theories and models of counseling.

5.C.1.b. Theories and models related to clinical mental health counseling.

Rubric:

Founding Theorists for Selected Theory

14 points

Major Concepts for Selected Theory (B)

14 points

Standard Interventions for Selected Theory

14 points

Personal Identification with the Selected Theory

7 points

Using the Selected Theory

14 points

Strengths and Limitations of the Selected Theory

7 points

Three Counselor Dispositions (B, D)

14 points

Presentation of Content

28 points

Layout

14 points

Language Use and Audience Awareness (includes sentence construction, word choice, etc.)

14 points

Total 140 points