For this paper, I am choosing Person-Centered Theory as my counseling orientation. INSTRUCTIONS Your paper should be organized exactly like the outline below and should include headings and subheadings (the questions posed are considered the subheadings for this paper). Your paper should be in paragraph form using complete sentences and adhere to the most current APA style formatting. Your paper should be a minimum of 4 pages, not counting the title page and reference page. No abstract is needed. The format of the paper is to include the sections below with headings/subheadings that follow APA format. 1. Title Page 2. Introduction Present a strong, clear thesis statement. The focus of this paragraph is to introduce the reader to the thesis statement. The remainder of the paper should support and illustrate the main point(s) of the thesis statement. 3. Human Nature and Change What theory best fits your own values and beliefs about human nature and change? Why? 4. Personal Background (To the writer of this paper: I will do this section. Just put the subheading in the paper and I will complete it). 5. Relationship Building and Assessment Per the theory that you have chosen, how would you establish a positive therapeutic relationship? Explain. How would you assess client needs and therapeutic progress? Explain. How would you set goals in relation to wellness and prevention? Explain. Based on the theory`s concept of psychopathology, discuss any limitations as far as creating measurable outcomes for clients. 6. Ethical & Biblical Principles What professional ethical principles need to be considered? Why? Discuss how your personal theoretical orientation blends with your Christian values. How might you integrate Biblical principles as a counselor? 7. Conclusion An effective conclusion affirms the thesis statement and leaves the reader with a clear idea of how thoughts in the paper fit together to make a specific point. 8. Reference Page Your response must be supported with a minimum of 3 peer-reviewed journal articles cited in the current APA format within the last 5-8 years as well as both required textbooks for this course. If you have any questions or need any information to finish any area, just email me. Use published peer-reviewed articles as your references and I will use the textbooks in my additions to the paper as required.
