Clinical Theory Paper I – Part III – “The Final Paper”
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Counseling Theory I: The Clinical Theory Paper I (1st semester, Spring, 2015)
The purpose of this paper is to allow you both to confirm your understanding of the five primary theories taught this class, and to allow you to explore their application. This paper is assigned in first assigned in EC-1, and the final paper is due prior to EC-3.
This paper should be approximately 15 pages long, double-spaced, using one-inch margins and a 12-point font, and should include references in APA format, including a reference page. Make sure you include page numbers when referencing in the body of your paper. Refer to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association for information about correct format; a copy of this manual is available in the LIOS library. (Note: the exception we request to APA styling is that block quotes should be single spaced.)
Part I:
After the EC-1, pick a film to watch and write about that has rich family dynamics to explore. Note that such a film may be relatively realistic (ex: In America) or the subject of fantasy (ex: The Wizard of Oz), as long as the relationships portrayed allow you sufficient material for a comprehensive exploration. Submit a proposal to your faculty for approval:
Proposal due by Sunday March 29, 10:00 pm
Part II:
Between EC-1 and EC-2, watch the film and write a brief synopsis, including listing of the key characters, their relationships, and the primary relationship dynamics. (Note: this will be included in your final paper as an appendix). Submit this to your faculty prior to the start of EC-2:
Synopsis due by Sunday April 26, 10:00 pm
Part III:
Explore and address the dynamics of the film family through the lens of each of the five primary theories presented in EC-2, Counseling Theory:
- Bowenian Therapy
- Structural Family Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT)
Your exploration for each theory should include:
- A brief summary of those primary elements considered to be of clinical relevance when viewed from the perspective of that theory as expressed by this film family
- What your hypothetical intervention might entail if working clinically with this film family in the tradition of that theory.
Your paper should also include:
- An introduction that includes a brief description of your relationship with this film and your reasoning for choosing it to work with
- A conclusion that includes how this exploration will inform your future clinical practice
- A reference page
- The synopsis and list of characters and dynamics as an appendix
Submit the final paper prior to the start of EC-3:
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