
SFU-020 - Module 4 (Model answer)
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Created on September 17, 2024
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Transcript
Preparation Task (10 minutes)
Research Task (20 minutes)
Analysis Task (20 minutes)
Create Task (30 minutes)
Hear from a professional in this role to see how they might approach this task.The following pages are a detailed model answer for the work simulation on Psychology, geared towards a student interested in becoming a Counsellor.
Document and Present (20 minutes)
Reflection Task (10 minutes)
Expected Outcome
Model Answer
Objective: develop a comprehensive understanding of the existing business model at Starbucks using The Business Model Canvas.
Preparation task (10 minutes):
Step one: gain an understanding of positive psychology. I began by reading an article on the fundamentals of positive psychology. Positive psychology focuses on fostering strengths, promoting positive emotions, and enhancing overall well-being. It aims to compliment traditional therapeutic approaches that focus on working through concerns by encouraging clients to build resilience, adopt a positive mindset and develop an attitude of gratitude.Key Insights:
- Positive psychology emphasises growth and flourishing, focusing on what is right with the client rather than just addressing concerns.
- By cultivating strengths and encouraging positive thinking patterns, then the client can gain a sense of control and purpose, which is essential in counselling.
- Core concepts include gratitude, strength identification, identifying positive emotions, and fostering hope and optimism.
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Objective: Identify and understand key positive psychology interventions beneficial for counselling.Step one: I researched and identified three key positive psychology interventions: Gratitude Journaling, Strengths Identification (VIA Character Strengths Survey and Positive Affirmations.
Research task (20 minutes):
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- Principle: Writing down things the client is grateful for can promote positive thinking and reduce negative emotions.
- Benefits: Improves mood, enhances resilience, and increases life satisfaction.
- Practical Use: Clients can keep a daily or weekly journal to focus on positive aspects of their lives.
1. Gratitude Journaling
2. Strengths Identification
3. Positive Affirmations
(VIA Character Strengths Survey)
- Principle: Focusing on personal strengths helps individuals realise their potential and work on areas where they excel.
- Benefits: Boosts self-belief, promotes self-awareness, and helps clients achieve goals more effectively.
- Practical Use: Clients can take the VIA Character Strengths Survey and explore ways to use their top strengths in daily life and stressful situations.
- Principle: Repeating positive statements reinforces optimistic beliefs about oneself and counteracts negative thinking.
- Benefits: Increases self-belief and helps clients develop healthier self-talk habits.
- Practical Use: Encourage clients to create affirmations aligned with their goals and practise them regularly.
Analysis task (20 minutes):
Step one: I chose Client Profile 1, focusing on Rachel who is struggling with anxiety and a lack of motivation.
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Objective: Evaluate the selected positive psychology interventions and determine their suitability for a specific scenario.
Step two: evaluation.Evaluation of Interventions:
- Gratitude Journaling: The client’s anxiety may be fuelled by a fixation on academic stress. Gratitude journaling can help them shift their focus to the positive aspects in their life, promoting a sense of balance and calm. This technique will help the client foster optimism and reduce their focus on what they perceive to be failing.
- Strengths Identification: The client may be unaware of their personal strengths, leading to a sense of helplessness. Completing the VIA Character Strengths Survey will help them understand where they excel, boosting confidence and helping them harness those strengths in their studies.
- Positive Affirmations: The client is likely to engage in negative self-talk, which exacerbates anxiety and low motivation. Introducing positive affirmations will help them develop healthier self-talk, making it easier to approach their academic workload with a more constructive attitude.
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Main Activities
Closing
Introduction
Create task (30 minutes):
Objective: Develop a short counselling session plan using the selected positive psychology interventions.
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Step one: Plan a Session:
Document & present (20 minutes):
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Objective: Effectively respond to client prompts
Step one: Address your client’s concerns: To really understand how a Counsellor would respond in these scenarios, take a look at the following pages to review a mock counselling session with Jo...You'll find three sessions, one for each Client Profile. But, for more in-depth learning, you might want to watch all three! Pay attention to Jo's tone of voice, body language and other non-verbal communication techniques.
"I feel like I’m always falling behind, no matter how hard I try. I don’t think I’m cut out for this, and I’m scared I’m going to fail."
Client Profile 1: Rachel
"I just can't seem to focus on anything, and everything feels like it's piling up. I don't know how to manage my stress, and I'm losing motivation to even start my assignments."
"It’s hard to stay positive when everything feels like it's a big mountain to climb. I doubt if I’ll ever be able to do well, and it feels like I'm not capable of achieving anything."
Now, understand why Jo responded in these ways, by taking a look at her explanation here:
"I’m just so drained all the time, no matter how much I try to rest. My productivity is at an all-time low, and I feel like I’m letting everyone down."
Client Profile 2: Chris
"I’m always behind on tasks, and the pressure keeps building. It feels like I’m constantly on edge, and I just can't keep up with the demands at work anymore."
"I’ve been snapping at people at work, and I don’t like how I’m acting. I’m not sure how to regain my motivation or deal with the stress—it’s all just too much."
Now, understand why Jo responded in these ways, by taking a look at her explanation here:
"I feel like I’ve lost who I am outside of being a mum. All I do is take care of everyone else, and I don’t know where I fit in anymore."
Client Profile 3: Sophie
"Some days, I just feel so alone. I don’t have much adult interaction, and it feels like I’m stuck in this routine. It’s hard to see the point of anything sometimes."
"I don't feel good about myself lately. I look at other people, and it feels like they have it all together while I'm just here, barely keeping up with everything."
Now, understand why Jo responded in these ways, by taking a look at her explanation here:
Reflection task (10 minutes):
Objective: Reflect on the simulated experience, identify areas for improvement, and consider the practical applications of positive psychology in your counselling practice.
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Step one: Answer the following questions: What have you learnt while planning and delivering a counselling session?Planning and delivering this counselling session taught me the importance of flexibility and client-centred approaches. I also gained a deeper understanding of how positive psychology techniques, such as strengths identification, gratitude journaling, and positive affirmations, can be effectively integrated into a session to support client well-being. Additionally, I realised the value of clear and engaging communication to ensure that concepts are easily understood and applicable to real-life situations.What impact have you had on your client by successfully delivering this session?By successfully delivering this session, I helped the client gain greater self-awareness and recognise their own strengths. This was particularly valuable for addressing low self-esteem and anxiety, as it allowed the client to shift their focus toward positive aspects of themselves rather than their perceived weaknesses. The structured techniques provided practical strategies for improving motivation and emotional resilience. The session also fostered a sense of empowerment, as the client left with actionable steps to incorporate into their daily routine, such as gratitude journaling and positive affirmations.What challenges did you face and how will you overcome these in the future?One of the main challenges was determining which interventions would be the most effective for the client’s situation. In the future, I will refine my approach by conducting a more detailed initial assessment to better understand the client’s specific concerns and preferences. Additionally, I will continue expanding my knowledge of evidence-based positive psychology interventions to enhance my ability to tailor techniques to individual needs. By remaining adaptable and open to feedback, I can ensure that my counselling sessions are as beneficial as possible.
You have completed the model answer, we hope this provided some insight onto how to approach a real-world task as a Counsellor. Next up we'll go through the learning outcomes.
That's a wrap!
Closing (5 minutes):
Recap and Homework: Summarise the key points discussed in the session and assign "homework" to continue practising gratitude journaling and using affirmations. Suggest the client complete the VIA Survey if not done yet and reflect on how they can use their strengths in their daily life.
Introduction (5 minutes):
Welcome and Warm-Up: Begin by welcoming the client and explaining the importance of focusing on strengths and positivity in counselling. To also discuss boundaries (such as confidentiality) and to establish rapport, by asking how they’ve been feeling lately.
Main Activities (20 minutes):
Strengths Identification (10 minutes):Discussion: Introduce the VIA Character Strengths Survey and explain the value of understanding personal strengths.Activity: Discuss the client’s top strengths once they’ve taken the survey (if done in a previous session) or explain that they will take it after the session. Explore how these strengths can be used to manage anxiety and improve motivation. For example, if their top strength is perseverance, we can discuss how to apply it to academic challenges.Gratitude Journaling (5 minutes):Discussion: Explain how gratitude can help shift focus away from stress and anxiety.Activity: Have the client identify one thing they’re grateful for right now, guiding them to recognise small, everyday positives. Encourage them to start a gratitude journal and note down at least three things each day.Positive Affirmations (5 minutes):Discussion: Introduce the concept of affirmations as a way to combat negative self-talk.Activity: Help the client develop three personalised affirmations that resonate with their challenges (e.g., “I am capable of handling my workload”). Encourage them to repeat these affirmations daily.