Major Counseling Theories

Throughout the course, you have studied and written about several counseling theories that are used in the counseling profession. In this PowerPoint presentation, select one counseling theory you see yourself being most effective in, and create a 7-10-slide presentation that includes the following:
The founding theorists and a description of how the theory was developed
Major concepts for selected theory
Standard interventions for selected theory
How you personally identify with the concepts of this theory
How you can grow as a counseling student to use this theory most effectively by the time you reach practicum
Strengths and limitations when applying this theory to diverse client populations
Select three dispositions from the GCU Counselor Dispostions or the Professional Dispositions of Learners
documents, and explain how this theory can help you utilize these concepts in your personal counseling
approach.
Include the ACA or ASCA Code of Ethics and six scholarly references beyond the course textbook in your
presentation.
Title slide and reference slide are not included in the slide count. Include speaker notes below each contentrelated slide that represent what would be said if giving the presentation in person. Expand upon the
information included in the slide and do not simply restate it. Please ensure the speaker notes include a
minimum of 150 words.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student
Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar
with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles
for assistance.
Benchmark Information
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:
MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling; MEd School Counseling
1.1: Demonstrate an understanding of the major counseling theories and principles. [CACREP 2.F.5.a; MC5]
This assignment is informed by the following CACREP Standards:
2.F.5.a. Theories and models of counseling.
5.C.1.b. Theories and models related to clinical mental health counseling.