The document provides instructions for a writing assignment comparing and contrasting three theories of psychotherapy: Carl Rogers' person-centered approach, Fritz Perls' Gestalt therapy, and Albert Ellis' rational emotive behavioral therapy. Students are asked to watch YouTube clips demonstrating each therapist's approach with a client named Gloria. They must then describe each theory in their own words with examples, distinguishing the theories. Finally, students must critically evaluate which theory would be most effective for Gloria, supporting their conclusion with examples. The assignment will be graded on depth, length, reference to course content, critical thinking, and accuracy.
The document provides instructions for a writing assignment comparing and contrasting three theories of psychotherapy: Carl Rogers' person-centered approach, Fritz Perls' Gestalt therapy, and Albert Ellis' rational emotive behavioral therapy. Students are asked to watch YouTube clips demonstrating each therapist's approach with a client named Gloria. They must then describe each theory in their own words with examples, distinguishing the theories. Finally, students must critically evaluate which theory would be most effective for Gloria, supporting their conclusion with examples. The assignment will be graded on depth, length, reference to course content, critical thinking, and accuracy.
The document provides instructions for a writing assignment comparing and contrasting three theories of psychotherapy: Carl Rogers' person-centered approach, Fritz Perls' Gestalt therapy, and Albert Ellis' rational emotive behavioral therapy. Students are asked to watch YouTube clips demonstrating each therapist's approach with a client named Gloria. They must then describe each theory in their own words with examples, distinguishing the theories. Finally, students must critically evaluate which theory would be most effective for Gloria, supporting their conclusion with examples. The assignment will be graded on depth, length, reference to course content, critical thinking, and accuracy.
For this assignment, you are asked to compare and contrast three main traditional theories of psychotherapy. You will also critically examine these three theories and determine from your perspective which is most effective in an applied setting. First, you are asked to watch at least 8-10 minutes of each of the three You Tube clips that are provided with this module. These clips are part of a well-known series of tapes made in the 1960s with a recently divorced woman, Gloria, who was struggling in several areas of her life. In developing these tapes, each of the therapists was given 30 minutes to demonstrate their approach. The three theorists/clinicians and their associated perspectives are: 1. Carl Rogers (the non-directive, person-centered, or humanistic approach) 2. Fritz Perls (Gestalt therapy, focusing on authenticity) 3. Albert Ellis (Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy or REBT, which also includes cognitive therapy and challenges irrational thinking) After viewing these three perspectives, develop a written description of each theory of psychotherapy in your own words. Include at least three specific examples of what the therapist for each orientation does or says which demonstrates his respective theory. Be sure that your description captures the essence of the psychotherapy and distinguishes it from the other two. Last, you are asked to critically evaluate the theories presented in the videos and identify which of these three orientations you think is most effective with Gloria. Why? Be sure to provide specific examples that support your conclusion. Grading Rubric for Writing Assignment #4 9-10 points Response addresses the prompt in a thoughtful and academic manner; all questions are answered with adequate depth, length, and reference to course content (recommended response length is a couple of well- developed paragraphs or approximately 300-400 words total). Response is readable, grammar is sufficient, and spelling is accurate. Full points are awarded to initial responses that demonstrate excellence, express critical thinking about the readings and course content, and offer thoughtful participation. 7-8 points
The response is readable and comments make sense in the context of the questions presented. However, the depth, length, and reference to course content were not thorough. Mistakes might be present in content accuracy. There is insufficient critical thinking recognized. These responses are good in that they demonstrate the student has completed the readings and other course content with some additional integration and critical thinking needed. 5-6 points Questions answered with limited depth, length, and reference to course content. Response is readable, but there is a lack of critical thinking and in-depth attention to the reading and course content. Multiple errors in accuracy present. 0-4 points The response demonstrates insufficient critical thinking about and understanding of the course content and the readings. Response is not written in a way that makes sense in the context of the questions. Response does not answer questions. Response is unreadable.