The problem-solving model was first laid out by Helen Perlman. Her seminal 1957 book, Social Casework: A Problem-Solving Process, described the problem-solving model and the 4Ps. Since then, other scholars and practitioners have expanded the problem-solving model and problem-solving therapy. At the heart of problem-solving model and problem-solving therapy is helping clients identify the problem and the goal, generating options, evaluating the options, and then implementing the plan.

Because models are blueprints and are not necessarily theories, it is common to use a model and then identify a theory to drive the conceptualization of the client’s problem, assessment, and interventions. Take, for example, the article by Westefeld and Heckman-Stone (2003). Note how the authors use a problem-solving model as the blueprint in identifying the steps when working with clients who have experienced sexual assault. On top of the problem-solving model, the authors employed crisis theory, as this theory applies to the trauma of going through sexual assault. Observe how, starting on page 229, the authors incorporated crisis theory to their problem-solving model.

In this Final Case Assignment, using the same case study that you chose in Week 2, you will use the problem-solving model AND a theory from the host of different theoretical orientations you have used for the case study.

You will prepare a PowerPoint presentation consisting of 11 to 12 slides.

To prepare:

• Review and focus on the case study that you chose in      Week 2. (Jake Levy Case Study)
• Review the problem-solving model, focusing on the five      steps of the problem-solving model formulated by D’Zurilla on page 388 in      the textbook.
• In addition, review this article listed in the Learning      Resources: Westefeld, J. S., & Heckman-Stone, C. (2003). The      integrated problem-solving model of crisis intervention: Overview and      application. The Counseling Psychologist, 31(2), 221–239.      https://doi-org.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/10.1177/0011000002250638

presenting your PowerPoint presentation that addresses the following:

• Identify the theoretical orientation you have selected      to use.
• Describe how you would assess the problem orientation      of the client in your selected case study (i.e., how the client perceives      the problem). Remember to keep the theoretical orientation in mind      in this assessment stage.
• Discuss the problem definition and formulation based on      the theoretical orientation you have selected.
• Identify and describe two solutions from all the      solutions possible. Remember, some of these solutions should stem from the      theoretical orientation you are utilizing.
• Describe how you would implement the solution. Remember      to keep the theoretical orientation in mind.
• Describe the extent to which the client is able to      mobilize the solutions for change.
• Discuss how you would evaluate whether the outcome is      achieved or not. Remember to keep the theoretical orientation in      mind.
• Evaluate how well the problem-solving model can be used      for short-term treatment of this client.
• Evaluate one merit and one limitation of using the      problem-solving model for this case.

Your 11- to 12-slide PowerPoint presentation should follow these guidelines:

• Each slide should be written using bullet points,      meaning no long paragraphs of written text should be in the slides.
• Include a brief narration of less than 30 seconds for      each slide (i.e., the narration takes the place of any written paragraphs,      while the bullet points provide context and cues for the audience to      follow along).

Be sure to:

• Identify and correctly reference the case study you      have chosen.
• Use literature to support your claims.
• Use APA formatting and style.
• Include the reference list on the last slide.

Psychological Treatment Plan

It is recommended that students review the e-book The Complete Adult Psychotherapy Treatment Planner (Jongsma, Peterson, & Bruce, 2014) for additional assistance in completing this assignment.

Clinical and counseling psychologists utilize treatment plans to document a client’s progress toward short- and long-term goals. The content within psychological treatment plans varies depending on the clinical setting. The clinician’s theoretical orientation, evidenced-based practices, and the client’s needs are taken into account when developing and implementing a treatment plan. Typically, the client’s presenting problem(s), behaviorally defined symptom(s), goals, objectives, and interventions determined by the clinician are included within a treatment plan.

To understand the treatment planning process, students will assume the role of a clinical or counseling psychologist and develop a comprehensive treatment plan based on the same case study utilized for the Psychiatric Diagnosis assignment in PSY645. A minimum of five peer-reviewed resources must be used to support the recommendations made within the plan. The Psychological Treatment Plan must include the headings and content outlined below.

Behaviorally Defined Symptoms

• Define the client’s presenting problem(s) and provide a diagnostic impression.
• Identify how the problem(s) is/are evidenced in the client’s behavior.
• List the client’s cognitive and behavioral symptoms.

Long-Term Goal

• Generate a long-term treatment goal that represents the desired outcome for the client.
  • This goal should be broad and does not need to be measureable.

Short-Term Objectives

• Generate a minimum of three short-term objectives for attaining the long-term goal.
  • Each objective should be stated in behaviorally measureable language. Subjective or vague objectives are not acceptable. For example, it should be stated that the objective will be accomplished by a specific date or that a specific symptom will be reduced by a certain percentage.

Interventions

• Identify at least one intervention for achieving each of the short-term objectives.
• Compare a minimum of three evidence-based theoretical orientations from which appropriate interventions can be selected for the client.
• Explain the connection between the theoretical orientation and corresponding intervention selected.
• Provide a rationale for the integration of multiple theoretical orientations within this treatment plan.
• Identify two to three treatment modalities (e.g., individual, couple, family, group, etc.) that would be appropriate for use with the client.

It is a best practice to include outside providers (e.g., psychiatrists, medical doctors, nutritionists, social workers, holistic practitioners, etc.) in the intervention planning process to build a support network that will assist the client in the achievement of treatment goals.

Evaluation

• List the anticipated outcomes of each proposed treatment intervention based on scholarly literature.
  • Be sure to take into account the individual’s strengths, weaknesses, external stressors, and cultural factors (e.g., gender, age, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, etc.) in the evaluation.
• Provide an assessment of the efficacy of evidence-based intervention options.

Ethics

• Analyze and describe potential ethical dilemmas that may arise while implementing this treatment plan.
• Cite specific ethical principles and any applicable law(s) for resolving the ethical dilemma(s).

The Psychological Treatment Plan

• Must be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site..
• Must include a separate title page with the following:
  • Title of paper
  • Student’s name
  • Course name and number
  • Instructor’s name
  • Date submitted
• Must use at least five peer-reviewed sources in addition to the course text.
• Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
• Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Attention Students: The Masters of Arts in Psychology program is utilizing the Pathbrite portfolio tool as a repository for student scholarly work in the form of signature assignments completed within the program. After receiving feedback for this Psychological Treatment Plan, please implement any changes recommended by the instructor, go to Pathbrite (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.,  and upload the revised Psychological Treatment Plan to the portfolio. (Use the Pathbrite Quick-Start Guide  to create an account if you do not already have one.) The upload of signature assignments will take place after completing each course. Be certain to upload revised signature assignments throughout the program as the portfolio and its contents will be used in other courses and may be used by individual students as a professional resource tool. See the Pathbrite (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.  website for information and further instructions on using this portfolio tool.

Carefully review the Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

Waypoint Assignment Submission

The assignments in this course will be submitted to Waypoint.  Please refer to the instructions below to submit your assignment.

1. Click on the Assignment Submission button below. The Waypoint “Student Dashboard” will open in a new browser window.
2. Browse for your assignment.
3. Click Upload.
4. Confirm that your assignment was successfully submitted by viewing the appropriate week’s assignment tab in Waypoint.

PSY 646b

Initial call transcript from the patient’s point of view

I am a husband of one child and have stayed in the marriage for the last 34 years. I have been working for a New Jersey Company for the last 32 years. My life completely changed when my brain stopped working properly. At the start, the problems seemed small, hardly noticeable. Life was good before, until my brain went downhill, taking the whole family down with it. I have been a dedicated father who loves his family. I realized things have started to change when I forgot about my anniversary. My wife was furious that that day and I hardly noticed her anger and reaction until she reminded me about the anniversary. Forgetting even very little things made me visit the psychiatrist. Also, I could the plates on the floor after eating, spilling the food all over me, and unable to drive when am heading to work. I needed to visit the psychotherapy to know why the brain has been not functioning properly.

What would the patient say?

The patient would not maintain a smooth conversation

The patients keep on saying he is not sick

The patient’s mood would change when he continues to speak

What tone of voice might he or she use?

Using a positive and friendly tone

A low/calm tone (pitch)

A tone that conveys respect and dignity

How fast would the patient speak?

The patient would speak in a slow-paced tone

The patient misspells words, for example instead of decision he says revision

Poor choice of language

The patient is often repeating some words

Would the message be understandable?

The message is not understandable

It is circumstantial because the speech has non-linear thought pattern

How would listening to this voicemail make you feel?

The patients made me feel like am experiencing dementia myself

I feel overwhelmed and irritated by frequent repeat of questions.

I fail to maintain balance of words

I feel uncomfortable because I don’t know how to handle the patient’s condition

Reference

Gorenstein, Ethan E. Case Studies in Abnormal Psychology, 2nd Edition. Worth Publishers, 20140627. VitalBook file.

Write a paper of 1,000 to 1,250 words analyzing different social and cultural views of human sexuality.

Select two historical perspectives on human sexuality listed in the text.

THE TWO PERSPECTIVES ARE:

 1.The classical or golden age of Greece lasted from about 500 bce to 300 bce. The greeks in  believed that everyone was bisexual Sexually responsive to either gender

2. The ancient hebrews:  The ancient Hebrews viewed sex, at least in marriage, as

a satisfying experience intended to fulfill the divine command to “be fruitful and multiply.”

The emphasis on the procreative function of sex led to some interesting social

customs. For example, childlessness and the development of a repulsive abnormality,

such as a boil, were grounds for divorce. Male–male and female–female sexual behavior

were strongly condemned because they threatened the perpetuation of the family.

Select one contemporary cultural perspective on human sexuality listed in the text (e.g., sexual revolution, gay activism, sex research).

1.

Gay activism has focused on ending discrimination against gay males and lesbians on all fronts. Notable among these are obtaining partner job benefits (health plan, retirement, and so on), serving openly in the military, and having governments permit gays to get married. Two of the largest issues gay males and lesbians faced were the

repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) and the legalization of same-sex marriage. DOMA, signed into law by president Bill Clinton in 1996, defines marriage as occurring only between a man and a woman, therefore denying equal protection and due process to gay males and lesbians. DOMA was found unconstitutional by the

Supreme Court in 2013. The Supreme Court then legalized same-sex marriage nationwide in 2015. In the previous edition of this book, replacement of the Don’t Ask–Don’t Tell order in the military—instituted by President Bill Clinton in 1993 and considered

a “cop-out” by most gays—with the right to serve openly was a key concern. However, in 2011, President Barack Obama gave gay males and lesbians the right to openly serve their country. “Gay activism”—or same-sex activism, or LGBT activism—has successfully moved its agenda in the twenty-first century. The times they are a-changing, and more swiftly than most people had expected.

In your paper, be sure to address the following:

1. Cultural attitudes toward male and female sexuality for each selected perspective.
2. Roles of men and women for each selected perspective.

Include at least four scholarly references in your paper.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide.

THE TOPICS THAT ARE TO BE USED ARE PROVIDED. THE WRITER NEEDS TO STICK TO THESE TOPICS AND GUIDELINES LISTED.

As a counselor, why is it important to consider the client perspective in a counseling session? Reflect on your previous learning in your Social and Cultural Diversity Issues and Co-Occurring Disorders courses as you respond to this question. Share your insights with your classmates.