Unit 02: Theoretical approaches in the use of counselling skills

1. Understand core concepts of the main theoretical approaches to counselling

• 1.1. Explain key characteristics and concepts of: • humanistic theory • psychodynamic theory • cognitive behavioural theory
• 1.2. Summarise the key strengths and limitations of the three main approaches to counselling

2. Understand what is meant by the integrative model

• 2.1. Explain the concept of the integrative model
• 2.2. Assess the advantages and disadvantages of the integrative model

3. Understand the importance of counselling theory

• 3.1. Explain the role of theory in relation to helping relationships

4. Be able to apply core theories in the use of counselling skills

• 4.1. Demonstrate how to apply core theories when using counselling skills
• 4.2. Assess the impact of applying core theory to interactions

5. Be able to self-reflect using theoretical approaches

• 5.1. Reflect on ways in which the study of counselling theory has developed their understanding of self
• 5.2. Explain how this informs own approach to counselling