Counseling Resources Toolbox
Theories Techniques
There are many great therapeutic techniques within the different theoretical orientations. Taking an integrated approach uses techniques from different theories to meet the individual needs of the client. Here are some of the major theories and techniques associated with them.
PERSONAL THEORY
It can be tough to narrow down which theory you like the best. Here is an assessment that helps you to identify theories you most align with.
Adlerian Therapy
Adlerian Therapy focuses on understanding the unique, whole person within their socially embedded contexts of family, culture, school.
Erikson's Developmental Stages
Behavior Therapy
Behavior Therapy seeks to create new conditions for learning and behavior.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy believes that thoughts, behaviors, and feelings are all interrelated and if we can change the thoughts, we can change feelings and behaviors.
Existential Therapy
Existential Therapy strives to help clients become more self-aware. Anxiety and Death help to bring focus to our lives if we allow them to.
Gestalt Therapy
Gestalt Therapy is about Awareness of the Here-and-Now and wholeness.
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Expressions All About Me (Sentence Completion)
Internal Family Systems
Internal Family Systems is an evidenced-based treatment dealing with our inner parts which can allow us to become integrated and whole.
Narrative Therapy
Narrative Therapy focuses on exploring the client's problem-saturated story and writing a new story.
Positive Psychology
Positive Psychology seeks to go beyond the decrease of mental health issues into thriving and fulfilled life!
Reality Therapy
Reality Therapy is based on Choice Theory - We can choose to think, feel and behave differently.
Solution Focused Brief Therapy
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) takes a positive orientation looking at strengths and what is working. Here are some techniques.