Psychodynamic Theory Review Chart

Write a 1,000-1,250-word essay in which you explain the need for various psychodynamic approaches. You will also compare and contrast the three psychodynamic approaches discussed throughout the topic. Your essay must include the following:

A discussion of why it is important to understand and utilize a variety of psychodynamic approaches.
An overview of each of the following approaches: psychoanalysis, analytical, and individual.
Compare and contrast the key differences and similarities between views of human nature and therapeutic techniques for each approach.
Explain how each theory supports or conflicts with your personal view of human nature.

You must include a minimum of three academic references beyond the textbook to support your essay.

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

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DQ 1

Discuss the differences between counseling and therapy. How are they interrelated?

Assignment
Start your “Theory Review Chart” by completing all columns relating to psychodynamic approaches. For each theory discussed, identify:
1. View of human nature
2. Key theorists
3. Key terminology
4. Key concepts
5. Strengths/weaknesses
6. Therapeutic techniques
7. Personal view

Theory Review Chart
Theoretical Framework View of Human Nature Key Theorists Key Terminology Key Concepts Strengths/Weakness Therapeutic Techniques Personal View (Does this theory align with your personal view? Why or why not?
Psychodynamic
1. Psychoanalysis
2. Analytical Therapy
3. Individual Psychology
Existential-Humanistic
1. Existential Therapy
2. Gestalt Therapy
3. Person-Centered Counseling
Cognitive-Behavioral
1. Behavior Therapy
2. Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
3. Cognitive Therapy
4. Reality Therapy/Choice Theory
Post-Modern
1. Narrative Therapy
2. Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Family Systems
1. Family Systems Theory

Topic 2
Freud coined the term unconsciousness. This was the third thing, or tripartite, after preconscious and conscious. Discuss what unconsciousness is and how it relates to symptoms exhibited by clients that are not organic in nature (medically explained).

Essay Details:

Use your “Theory Review Chart” to complete the following essay.
Write a 1,000-1,250-word essay in which you explain the need for various psychodynamic approaches. You will also compare and contrast the three psychodynamic approaches discussed throughout the topic. Your essay must include the following:
1. A discussion of why it is important to understand and utilize a variety of psychodynamic approaches.
2. An overview of each of the following approaches: psychoanalysis, analytical, and individual.
3. Compare and contrast the key differences and similarities between views of human nature and therapeutic techniques for each approach.
4. Explain how each theory supports or conflicts with your personal view of human nature.
You must include a minimum of three academic references beyond the textbook to support your essay

Psychodynamic Theory Review Chart