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Theoretical Orientation Analysis

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Considering the theoretical orientation that was most appealing, there had to be some research done about the theory. One must looks at the techniques used, the goals of the therapy conducted while using this theory, the theorist, who this theory is focused toward, as well as a great deal of other things to ensure that this theory will be a good fit. Analyizing these things can further allow one to consider their theoretical orientation and actually practicing it all while still learning will help make a deterining decision as well. Halbur & Halbur (2011) states that “Humans are shaped and determined by sociocultural conditioning. This paradigm is basically deterministic because all beahaviors are believed to be a product of learning through …show more content…

The main goal is to help clients learn to behave differently based on the behaviors that they currently have. By the end of the said number of sessions, the client will leave knowing that changing their environment can create a greater change within themselves while reinforcing new and effective behaviors will be more beneficial. In order to create environmental and behavioral changes, there are quite a few common techniques that are used such as reinforcement scheduling, skills training, relaxation techniques, charting, averison therapy, self-monitoring, modeling, as well as contracts and systematic desensitization. Some of these techniques are based on classical conditioing, operant conditioning, and social learning …show more content…

My current field placement is at Kent County Family Court with the Department of Services for Children, Youth and their Families, also known as the Children’s Department. Family Court has many locations, the current loctaion for my Field Placement is in Kent County, but they have Family Court in Sussex County as well as New Castle County. The department that I am interning with does a number of things for children, youth, and their families. The mission of the department is to assist children, youth, and families in making positive changes through services that support child and public saftey, behavioral health, and individual, family, and community well-being. They fulfill this mission in many different ways. They strive to make sure that every child has a safe environment to live in, stable housing, they aim for children and youth to embrace a sense of hope about their future and being optimistic as well as teaching them to learn and ways to expand their

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