Reflective commentary.Topic: Choose any two counselling therapies and explain how each approach fits with your personality or values.
Reflective practice enables the counsellor to identify and address any professional issues or concerns that may impact the counselling relationship. It also protects the counsellor from developing an overly simplistic and rigid approach to therapy whereby the systematic application of techniques drives the application of professional knowledge. However, reflective practice is not only limited to ones professional practice, but extends to the counsellor and an engagement with the personal self. Looking inward at ones own personal qualities, strengths, limitations, biases, etc is paramount to ensure effective counselling practice.In this assessment, you will need to choose any two counselling therapies and explain how each approach fits with your personality, values or experience.
Your need to explain how and why the two selected theories fit with your personality, values and what it is that makes these therapies resonate for you. You are given a lot of choice about the focus and content of the commentary.
1. the two counselling therapies chosen are:
o Person-centred therapy
o Cognitive behaviour therapy
1. You can discuss the therapies from a general perspective (e.g., the underlying premise or philosophy of the therapy) or focus on any specific aspect of the therapy (e.g., goals of the therapy, a particular technique used).
2. You can either choose any two therapies from the same perspective (e.g., psychoanalytical and Adlerian therapy) or from different perspectives (e.g., behaviour therapy and person-centred therapy).
3. Your choice of personality, values or experience can either be the same or different for the two selected counselling therapies.Assessment guidelines
Format
The reflective commentary should be formatted according to APA standards, that is, the writing style described in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.). This is discussed in the recommended textbook by Findlay (2015).Structure
your reflective commentary should adhere to the same basic academic conventions as for an essay, with a few notable exceptions or points to emphasise:
Full introduction and conclusion sections are not required given the small word limit, however a few brief contextual statements at the start and end of the piece will enhance the clarity and cohesion of your work.
The bulk of the words should be used in the main body of the assignment with relevant content presented to address the topic.
In text citations and a list of references are required to acknowledge all sources.
It is acceptable to only cite your textbook, although you are permitted to include additional references to support your points as required. There is no expectation that the reference list will be comprehensive or go beyond your textbook.
Your commentary must be well structured and organised in a way that demonstrates a logical sequence of ideas.
Ensure theory and your personal experiences are integrated throughout the text. Do not simply write one paragraph about a theory and a separate paragraph on your personal attributes, values.
Give examples to how this relates to real life as this is a reflective assignment the focus should be on yourself, with reference to the literature only to support your statements
Try and integrate the two counselling therapies as you explain how each approach fits with either your personality, values or experience. You can even compare and contrast how the two selected therapies fit with your personality, values or experience if you are feeling comfortable and ambitious enough!
The writing style must be clear and succinct, demonstrating an excellent command of prose and correct grammar/spelling.
It is acceptable to include personal and subjective comments and use personal pronouns, such as I think, I feel or I believe. In fact, past (e.g., I felt), present (e.g., Cann (2015) argues that..) and future tense (e.g., I hope he will not be ..) are all acceptable in reflective writing, as long as you demonstrate the correct use of tense throughout. Just avoid overly emotive and subjective terminology as this is still an academic piece of writing.
References to use for this assessment
Corey, G. (2013). Theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy. Pacific Grove, CA:Brooks/Cole Pub. Co.
No other textbook and not website
Use only one more academic article not more than 5 years old

reflective commentary

Order Description

Based on this role play I will create something similar for my mock counselling first session.

Reflective commentary on mock counselling session
After having recorded the mock counselling session you are required to write a 750 word reflective commentary on the session.
The commentary should make note of three strengths of the mock session.
At least two of these strengths should focus on a very specific component of the counselling session, making reference to the time in which the interaction occurred in the recording (e.g., 6:01 to 6:47), the purpose of the interaction, and the reason why you consider it to have been a strength.
Examples of strengths include:
You communicated or explained a concept effectively.
Your response to the client’s comment showed empathy.
You were able to redirect the client when they got off track.
You were able to alter the client’s expectations or correct the client in a nurturing way.
It is also a requirement of the commentary to include reference to two weaknesses or things you would do differently if you had your chance again. Given that we do not expect you to edit out all your mistakes or do numerous takes of the video to get things 100% perfect, this section of your commentary is an opportunity to comment on what two important parts of the mock session, upon review, might have been done differently.

At least one of these weaknesses should be a particular interaction with a reference to the time in the video at which it occurred (e.g., 3:05 to 3:34).
Weaknesses might include:
A concept or component of the counselling session that was omitted or not fully explored.
Body language or manner that may have interfered with rapport building.
An instance where you did not listen to the client or where you were dismissive.
An instance where you were too passive or agreeable and did not redirect or correct the client.

In addition to identifying and explaining the two weaknesses you must also comment on what you could have done differently and/or what you have learned as a result of identifying the problem. In identifying weaknesses you should be very specific but not overly critical of yourself.
Finally, your discussion of your strengths and weaknesses must be considered in light of your knowledge about the counselling process and the role of the counsellor. As in your previous reflective commentary assessment tasks, you need to include academic evidence (e.g., psychological theories, principles, research, etc.) to support your arguments and give an academic underpinning to your discussion of your perceived strengths and weaknesses of the mock counseling session, and more specifically, your role as a counsellor in the helping process. For more information, make sure you refer to the guidelines for reflective commentary included in the instructions for the previous reflective commentary assessments.
Criteria
Identifying strengths
Three legitimate strengths of the counselling session were identified.
At least two of these strengths were specific (i.e., with the exact time of the event in the video reported).
There was a clear and correct explanation as to why they were considered strengths.

Identifying weaknesses
Two key weaknesses or mistakes were correctly identified.
At least one weakness was very specific and included the time it occurred.
There was a key explanation as to why they were considered weaknesses.

Suggestions for improvements
The writing identifies ways in which future sessions might be improved.
Areas of learning were insightfully identified.

Clarity of writing
The writing style was clear, succinct and points were clearly communicated
The writing competently provided evidence and explanation of points.
Demonstrated command of prose, writing was in first person.
Correct grammar, tense, spelling and syntax.
Well-structured and organised in a way that allowed for the logical sequence of ideas.
Adhered to APA formatting guidelines.

References
Corey, G. (2013). Theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy. Pacific Grove, CA:Brooks/Cole Pub. Co.
Do not use other textbook nor websites
I will send some academic recourses

Based on this role play I will create something similar for my mock counselling first session.

Reflective commentary on mock counselling session
After having recorded the mock counselling session you are required to write a 750 word reflective commentary on the session.
The commentary should make note of three strengths of the mock session.
At least two of these strengths should focus on a very specific component of the counselling session, making reference to the time in which the interaction occurred in the recording (e.g., 6:01 to 6:47), the purpose of the interaction, and the reason why you consider it to have been a strength.
Examples of strengths include:
You communicated or explained a concept effectively.
Your response to the client’s comment showed empathy.
You were able to redirect the client when they got off track.
You were able to alter the client’s expectations or correct the client in a nurturing way.
It is also a requirement of the commentary to include reference to two weaknesses or things you would do differently if you had your chance again. Given that we do not expect you to edit out all your mistakes or do numerous takes of the video to get things 100% perfect, this section of your commentary is an opportunity to comment on what two important parts of the mock session, upon review, might have been done differently.

At least one of these weaknesses should be a particular interaction with a reference to the time in the video at which it occurred (e.g., 3:05 to 3:34).
Weaknesses might include:
A concept or component of the counselling session that was omitted or not fully explored.
Body language or manner that may have interfered with rapport building.
An instance where you did not listen to the client or where you were dismissive.
An instance where you were too passive or agreeable and did not redirect or correct the client.

In addition to identifying and explaining the two weaknesses you must also comment on what you could have done differently and/or what you have learned as a result of identifying the problem. In identifying weaknesses you should be very specific but not overly critical of yourself.
Finally, your discussion of your strengths and weaknesses must be considered in light of your knowledge about the counselling process and the role of the counsellor. As in your previous reflective commentary assessment tasks, you need to include academic evidence (e.g., psychological theories, principles, research, etc.) to support your arguments and give an academic underpinning to your discussion of your perceived strengths and weaknesses of the mock counseling session, and more specifically, your role as a counsellor in the helping process. For more information, make sure you refer to the guidelines for reflective commentary included in the instructions for the previous reflective commentary assessments.
Criteria
Identifying strengths
Three legitimate strengths of the counselling session were identified.
At least two of these strengths were specific (i.e., with the exact time of the event in the video reported).
There was a clear and correct explanation as to why they were considered strengths.

Identifying weaknesses
Two key weaknesses or mistakes were correctly identified.
At least one weakness was very specific and included the time it occurred.
There was a key explanation as to why they were considered weaknesses.

Suggestions for improvements
The writing identifies ways in which future sessions might be improved.
Areas of learning were insightfully identified.

Clarity of writing
The writing style was clear, succinct and points were clearly communicated
The writing competently provided evidence and explanation of points.
Demonstrated command of prose, writing was in first person.
Correct grammar, tense, spelling and syntax.
Well-structured and organised in a way that allowed for the logical sequence of ideas.
Adhered to APA formatting guidelines.

References
Corey, G. (2013). Theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy. Pacific Grove, CA:Brooks/Cole Pub. Co.
Do not use other textbook nor websites
I will send some academic recourses

Based on this role play I will create something similar for my mock counselling first session.
role play: person centred therapy

Reflective commentary on mock counselling session
After having recorded the mock counselling session you are required to write a 750 word reflective commentary on the session.
The commentary should make note of three strengths of the mock session.
At least two of these strengths should focus on a very specific component of the counselling session, making reference to the time in which the interaction occurred in the recording (e.g., 6:01 to 6:47), the purpose of the interaction, and the reason why you consider it to have been a strength.
Examples of strengths include:
You communicated or explained a concept effectively.
Your response to the client’s comment showed empathy.
You were able to redirect the client when they got off track.
You were able to alter the client’s expectations or correct the client in a nurturing way.
It is also a requirement of the commentary to include reference to two weaknesses or things you would do differently if you had your chance again. Given that we do not expect you to edit out all your mistakes or do numerous takes of the video to get things 100% perfect, this section of your commentary is an opportunity to comment on what two important parts of the mock session, upon review, might have been done differently.

At least one of these weaknesses should be a particular interaction with a reference to the time in the video at which it occurred (e.g., 3:05 to 3:34).
Weaknesses might include:
A concept or component of the counselling session that was omitted or not fully explored.
Body language or manner that may have interfered with rapport building.
An instance where you did not listen to the client or where you were dismissive.
An instance where you were too passive or agreeable and did not redirect or correct the client.

In addition to identifying and explaining the two weaknesses you must also comment on what you could have done differently and/or what you have learned as a result of identifying the problem. In identifying weaknesses you should be very specific but not overly critical of yourself.
Finally, your discussion of your strengths and weaknesses must be considered in light of your knowledge about the counselling process and the role of the counsellor. As in your previous reflective commentary assessment tasks, you need to include academic evidence (e.g., psychological theories, principles, research, etc.) to support your arguments and give an academic underpinning to your discussion of your perceived strengths and weaknesses of the mock counseling session, and more specifically, your role as a counsellor in the helping process. For more information, make sure you refer to the guidelines for reflective commentary included in the instructions for the previous reflective commentary assessments.
Criteria
Identifying strengths
Three legitimate strengths of the counselling session were identified.
At least two of these strengths were specific (i.e., with the exact time of the event in the video reported).
There was a clear and correct explanation as to why they were considered strengths.

Identifying weaknesses
Two key weaknesses or mistakes were correctly identified.
At least one weakness was very specific and included the time it occurred.
There was a key explanation as to why they were considered weaknesses.

Suggestions for improvements
The writing identifies ways in which future sessions might be improved.
Areas of learning were insightfully identified.

Clarity of writing
The writing style was clear, succinct and points were clearly communicated
The writing competently provided evidence and explanation of points.
Demonstrated command of prose, writing was in first person.
Correct grammar, tense, spelling and syntax.
Well-structured and organised in a way that allowed for the logical sequence of ideas.
Adhered to APA formatting guidelines.

reflective commentary

Order Description

Based on this role play I will create something similar for my mock counselling first session.

Reflective commentary on mock counselling session
After having recorded the mock counselling session you are required to write a 750 word reflective commentary on the session.
The commentary should make note of three strengths of the mock session.
At least two of these strengths should focus on a very specific component of the counselling session, making reference to the time in which the interaction occurred in the recording (e.g., 6:01 to 6:47), the purpose of the interaction, and the reason why you consider it to have been a strength.
Examples of strengths include:
You communicated or explained a concept effectively.
Your response to the client’s comment showed empathy.
You were able to redirect the client when they got off track.
You were able to alter the client’s expectations or correct the client in a nurturing way.
It is also a requirement of the commentary to include reference to two weaknesses or things you would do differently if you had your chance again. Given that we do not expect you to edit out all your mistakes or do numerous takes of the video to get things 100% perfect, this section of your commentary is an opportunity to comment on what two important parts of the mock session, upon review, might have been done differently.

At least one of these weaknesses should be a particular interaction with a reference to the time in the video at which it occurred (e.g., 3:05 to 3:34).
Weaknesses might include:
A concept or component of the counselling session that was omitted or not fully explored.
Body language or manner that may have interfered with rapport building.
An instance where you did not listen to the client or where you were dismissive.
An instance where you were too passive or agreeable and did not redirect or correct the client.

In addition to identifying and explaining the two weaknesses you must also comment on what you could have done differently and/or what you have learned as a result of identifying the problem. In identifying weaknesses you should be very specific but not overly critical of yourself.
Finally, your discussion of your strengths and weaknesses must be considered in light of your knowledge about the counselling process and the role of the counsellor. As in your previous reflective commentary assessment tasks, you need to include academic evidence (e.g., psychological theories, principles, research, etc.) to support your arguments and give an academic underpinning to your discussion of your perceived strengths and weaknesses of the mock counseling session, and more specifically, your role as a counsellor in the helping process. For more information, make sure you refer to the guidelines for reflective commentary included in the instructions for the previous reflective commentary assessments.
Criteria
Identifying strengths
Three legitimate strengths of the counselling session were identified.
At least two of these strengths were specific (i.e., with the exact time of the event in the video reported).
There was a clear and correct explanation as to why they were considered strengths.

Identifying weaknesses
Two key weaknesses or mistakes were correctly identified.
At least one weakness was very specific and included the time it occurred.
There was a key explanation as to why they were considered weaknesses.

Suggestions for improvements
The writing identifies ways in which future sessions might be improved.
Areas of learning were insightfully identified.

Clarity of writing
The writing style was clear, succinct and points were clearly communicated
The writing competently provided evidence and explanation of points.
Demonstrated command of prose, writing was in first person.
Correct grammar, tense, spelling and syntax.
Well-structured and organised in a way that allowed for the logical sequence of ideas.
Adhered to APA formatting guidelines.

References
Corey, G. (2013). Theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy. Pacific Grove, CA:Brooks/Cole Pub. Co.
Do not use other textbook nor websites
I will send some academic recourses

Based on this role play I will create something similar for my mock counselling first session.

Reflective commentary on mock counselling session
After having recorded the mock counselling session you are required to write a 750 word reflective commentary on the session.
The commentary should make note of three strengths of the mock session.
At least two of these strengths should focus on a very specific component of the counselling session, making reference to the time in which the interaction occurred in the recording (e.g., 6:01 to 6:47), the purpose of the interaction, and the reason why you consider it to have been a strength.
Examples of strengths include:
You communicated or explained a concept effectively.
Your response to the client’s comment showed empathy.
You were able to redirect the client when they got off track.
You were able to alter the client’s expectations or correct the client in a nurturing way.
It is also a requirement of the commentary to include reference to two weaknesses or things you would do differently if you had your chance again. Given that we do not expect you to edit out all your mistakes or do numerous takes of the video to get things 100% perfect, this section of your commentary is an opportunity to comment on what two important parts of the mock session, upon review, might have been done differently.

At least one of these weaknesses should be a particular interaction with a reference to the time in the video at which it occurred (e.g., 3:05 to 3:34).
Weaknesses might include:
A concept or component of the counselling session that was omitted or not fully explored.
Body language or manner that may have interfered with rapport building.
An instance where you did not listen to the client or where you were dismissive.
An instance where you were too passive or agreeable and did not redirect or correct the client.

In addition to identifying and explaining the two weaknesses you must also comment on what you could have done differently and/or what you have learned as a result of identifying the problem. In identifying weaknesses you should be very specific but not overly critical of yourself.
Finally, your discussion of your strengths and weaknesses must be considered in light of your knowledge about the counselling process and the role of the counsellor. As in your previous reflective commentary assessment tasks, you need to include academic evidence (e.g., psychological theories, principles, research, etc.) to support your arguments and give an academic underpinning to your discussion of your perceived strengths and weaknesses of the mock counseling session, and more specifically, your role as a counsellor in the helping process. For more information, make sure you refer to the guidelines for reflective commentary included in the instructions for the previous reflective commentary assessments.
Criteria
Identifying strengths
Three legitimate strengths of the counselling session were identified.
At least two of these strengths were specific (i.e., with the exact time of the event in the video reported).
There was a clear and correct explanation as to why they were considered strengths.

Identifying weaknesses
Two key weaknesses or mistakes were correctly identified.
At least one weakness was very specific and included the time it occurred.
There was a key explanation as to why they were considered weaknesses.

Suggestions for improvements
The writing identifies ways in which future sessions might be improved.
Areas of learning were insightfully identified.

Clarity of writing
The writing style was clear, succinct and points were clearly communicated
The writing competently provided evidence and explanation of points.
Demonstrated command of prose, writing was in first person.
Correct grammar, tense, spelling and syntax.
Well-structured and organised in a way that allowed for the logical sequence of ideas.
Adhered to APA formatting guidelines.

References
Corey, G. (2013). Theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy. Pacific Grove, CA:Brooks/Cole Pub. Co.
Do not use other textbook nor websites
I will send some academic recourses

Based on this role play I will create something similar for my mock counselling first session.
role play: person centred therapy

Reflective commentary on mock counselling session
After having recorded the mock counselling session you are required to write a 750 word reflective commentary on the session.
The commentary should make note of three strengths of the mock session.
At least two of these strengths should focus on a very specific component of the counselling session, making reference to the time in which the interaction occurred in the recording (e.g., 6:01 to 6:47), the purpose of the interaction, and the reason why you consider it to have been a strength.
Examples of strengths include:
You communicated or explained a concept effectively.
Your response to the client’s comment showed empathy.
You were able to redirect the client when they got off track.
You were able to alter the client’s expectations or correct the client in a nurturing way.
It is also a requirement of the commentary to include reference to two weaknesses or things you would do differently if you had your chance again. Given that we do not expect you to edit out all your mistakes or do numerous takes of the video to get things 100% perfect, this section of your commentary is an opportunity to comment on what two important parts of the mock session, upon review, might have been done differently.

At least one of these weaknesses should be a particular interaction with a reference to the time in the video at which it occurred (e.g., 3:05 to 3:34).
Weaknesses might include:
A concept or component of the counselling session that was omitted or not fully explored.
Body language or manner that may have interfered with rapport building.
An instance where you did not listen to the client or where you were dismissive.
An instance where you were too passive or agreeable and did not redirect or correct the client.

In addition to identifying and explaining the two weaknesses you must also comment on what you could have done differently and/or what you have learned as a result of identifying the problem. In identifying weaknesses you should be very specific but not overly critical of yourself.
Finally, your discussion of your strengths and weaknesses must be considered in light of your knowledge about the counselling process and the role of the counsellor. As in your previous reflective commentary assessment tasks, you need to include academic evidence (e.g., psychological theories, principles, research, etc.) to support your arguments and give an academic underpinning to your discussion of your perceived strengths and weaknesses of the mock counseling session, and more specifically, your role as a counsellor in the helping process. For more information, make sure you refer to the guidelines for reflective commentary included in the instructions for the previous reflective commentary assessments.
Criteria
Identifying strengths
Three legitimate strengths of the counselling session were identified.
At least two of these strengths were specific (i.e., with the exact time of the event in the video reported).
There was a clear and correct explanation as to why they were considered strengths.

Identifying weaknesses
Two key weaknesses or mistakes were correctly identified.
At least one weakness was very specific and included the time it occurred.
There was a key explanation as to why they were considered weaknesses.

Suggestions for improvements
The writing identifies ways in which future sessions might be improved.
Areas of learning were insightfully identified.

Clarity of writing
The writing style was clear, succinct and points were clearly communicated
The writing competently provided evidence and explanation of points.
Demonstrated command of prose, writing was in first person.
Correct grammar, tense, spelling and syntax.
Well-structured and organised in a way that allowed for the logical sequence of ideas.
Adhered to APA formatting guidelines.