Reality Therapy

This paper discusses reality therapy and explains that this therapy focuses on the unsatisfying relationship or the lack of a relationship, which is often the cause of clients' problems.

1,270 words () | 2 sources | APA | 2008 Canada

Paper Summary:

This paper presents an overview of reality therapy and explains that reality therapists deal with people as if they have choices. In particular, the paper discusses the primary goal of reality therapy, why it can be considered as a mentoring process, and what approach the reality therapist takes with her client. In addition, the paper explains what reality therapy emphasizes, e.g., an understanding and supportive relationship, and what qualities a reality therapist must possess in order to be effective. Lastly, the paper discusses two major components of reality therapy, key procedures in the practice of reality therapy, and limitations associated with this type of therapy. The paper concludes with the writer's thoughts about how she could apply the reality therapy approach to her own life.

From the Paper:

"Clients are not expected to backtrack into the past or get sidetracked into talking about symptoms. Neither will much time be spent talking about feelings separate from the acting and thinking that are part of the total behaviors over which clients have direct control. Clients will most likely find therapists to be gently, but firmly confronting. Reality therapists will often ask clients questions such as, "Is what you are choosing to do bringing you closer to the people you want to be closer to right now?" Lastly clients can also expect to experience some urgency in therapy."

Sample of Sources Used:

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