Episode 1
Welcome to Module 1 of the NCE National Counselor Exam Study Guide! In this episode, we dive into the first 10 multiple-choice questions designed to sharpen your knowledge of key counseling concepts and theories.
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Each question is accompanied by a detailed explanation to deepen your understanding and reinforce core concepts for the National Counselor Exam. Whether you're studying on the go or reviewing at home, this episode is the perfect way to start your journey toward exam success.
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Module 1: Questions 1–10
Question 1:
Which counseling theory emphasizes the importance of free will, self-actualization, and personal growth?
A. Psychoanalytic theory
B. Behavioral theory
C. Humanistic theory
D. Cognitive-behavioral theory
Correct Answer: C. Humanistic theory
Explanation:
Humanistic theory, developed by figures such as Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow, focuses on the individual’s capacity for self-actualization and personal growth. It emphasizes free will and the idea that people are inherently good and capable of making positive changes. The other options focus on different principles: psychoanalytic theory on unconscious motives, behavioral theory on observable behaviors, and cognitive-behavioral theory on thought patterns and behaviors.
Question 2:
Which of the following is NOT considered a core condition of person-centered therapy?
A. Empathy
B. Congruence
C. Unconditional positive regard
D. Interpretation
Correct Answer: D. Interpretation
Explanation:
In person-centered therapy, Carl Rogers identified empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard as core conditions necessary for effective therapy. Interpretation, which involves analyzing client behavior or speech, is more associated with psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approaches, not person-centered therapy.
Question 3:
In group counseling, which stage is typically characterized by conflict, power struggles, and resistance?
A. Forming
B. Storming
C. Norming
D. Performing
Correct Answer: B. Storming
Explanation:
The storming stage of group development involves conflict and power struggles as group members assert their individuality and test boundaries. This stage is critical for establishing norms and roles within the group. The other stages—forming, norming, and performing—are characterized by orientation, cohesion, and productive collaboration, respectively.
Question 4:
What term refers to the unconscious redirection of feelings from one person to the therapist during counseling?
A. Countertransference
B. Projection
C. Transference
D. Repression
Correct Answer: C. Transference
Explanation:
Transference occurs when a client unconsciously redirects feelings or expectations from significant people in their life onto the therapist. Countertransference, in contrast, refers to the therapist’s emotional response to the client. Projection involves attributing one’s feelings to another person, while repression refers to unconsciously blocking unacceptable thoughts.
Question 5:
According to Erik Erikson, what is the primary psychosocial task of adolescence?
A. Trust vs. Mistrust<
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