Counseling Psychology Questions

The APA has identified content areas for inclusion in recordkeeping. Which of the following is NOT included on their list?a. fees and billing informationb. copies of all prior counseling recordsc. plan for servicesd. client reactions to professional interventions

Therapists can initiate legal action against a client for nonpayment of fees. This can result in:a. one's professional association suspending and possibly revoking one's license.b. a sentence of up to one year in jail for the client.c. the client filing a claim against the counselor.d. a paradoxical improvement in the therapeutic relationship.

Clinicians working with children and adolescents need to be aware that the definition of a minor varies from state to state.a. True b. False

The HIPAA privacy rule mandates that clinicians keep two sets of records.a. True b. False

Clinicians who work in settings that require them to submit a diagnosis in order to receive third-party reimbursement for psychological services should do which of the following?a. They should refuse to submit a diagnosis on the basis that diagnosis is unethical.b. They should not burden clients with information regarding their diagnosis and third-party reimbursement.c. They should discuss the topic of diagnosis only if the client asks about it.d. They should inform clients that a diagnosis can become a permanent part of their file and they should discuss any potential ramifications of this.

During the intake session and the assessment process, clients may be asked questions about:a. their culture.b. their family of origin.c. traumatic events.d. All of the other choices are correct.e. substance abuse.

Which of the following is NOT a common source of complaints lodged against psychologists?a. incompetence in diagnosis and treatmentb. fee disputesc. multiple relationships (both sexual and nonsexual)d. theoretical orientatione. disputes arising out of child custody evaluations

Helping professionals who utilize the "cloud" as an off-site storage tool:a. may be exposing themselves and their clients to unforeseen risks.b. can guarantee confidentiality to their clients.c. cannot use encryption software to protect client data.d. may have increased control over their client records.

From the authors' perspective, the best length of treatment is:a. a minimum of two years if clients attend sessions on a weekly basis.b. one month if the client is in a residential setting.c. the one that generates healing and client growth in the most efficient amount of time.d. usually 10 to 20 sessions, but never more than 30 sessions.

Educating clients about the therapeutic process is:a. an unnecessary step since clients will learn about the process on their own.b. an ongoing endeavor.c. something that occurs only in psychoeducational groups.d. a part of therapy that should only occur over the first couple of sessions.

When agencies or training programs require counselor trainees to submit audiotapes or videotapes of their sessions, clients should be informed about this at their initial session.a. True b. False

Which of the following statements regarding global literacy is FALSE?a. It is a lifelong process that is rooted in a commitment to living one's life in a manner that makes cultural diversity a core principle.b. Embracing a globally literate lifestyle also involves a commitment to social justice and social responsibility.c. It is not mainly learned in the classroom.d. It emphasizes the belief that one's own culture represents the "best" way to live.

Progress notes do NOT typically contain information regarding :a. client's diagnosis.b. therapist's own thoughts, feelings, and reactions to clients.c. client's functional status.d. client's treatment plan.e. client's symptoms.

The American Psychiatric Association still considers homosexuality a form of mental illness.a. True b. False

Clinicians are judged according to the standards commonly accepted by the profession. This is referred to as:a. common law.b. the conformity rule.c. the standard of care.d. HIPAA regulations

Given the decreased functional capacity associated with and severity of some disabilities, many counselors working with individuals with disabilities take on the natural role of:a. caretaker.b. physical therapist.c. client advocate.d. disability expert.

The Code of Ethics of the American Mental Health Counselors Association emphasizes the responsibility of counselors to educate themselves about their own possible biases.a. True b. False

The route to cultural competence begins with an understanding of your own personal and professional cultural awareness.a. True b. False

For a client to succeed in a malpractice claim, all of the following elements of malpractice must be present EXCEPT:a. the client must present an unverified claim to have suffered harm or injury.b. a professional relationship between the therapist and the client must have existed.c. there must be a legally demonstrated causal relationship between the practitioner's negligence or breach of duty and the damage or injury claimed by the client.d. the legal duty based on a professional relationship must have been breached.

The text notes that the number of people with disabilities across the lifespan is steadily growing. This is evidenced by:a. the cumulative lifestyle factors that lead to obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and cancers.b. catastrophic physical injuries and serious mental health concerns among men and women in the military.c. All of the other choices are correct.d. the rise of childhood disabilities.