When I was an incoming freshman I was told about various psychology courses that I would have to take and ones that I possibly could take. One of the courses that they brought up was this Romantic Relationships course and unfortunately it was a 400 level course so I would have to wait a while before I would be able to take it. Once I had the support I needed to take the coarse, I waited until it was available and finally after 4 years I was able to take it as a summer coarse. I knew that this class was going to be interesting but I never realized how much it would change my perspective and affect my life. I have learned so much from this coarse and not only am I better equipped for my overall psychology education but also as human being …show more content…
This section made me make the distinction between the two which I also made me realize that before I had a very blurred distinction between eh two. This section made me understand that some of my “standards” are probably better placed in the ideals category. This realization is a big one, because it means that I have been being extremely unrealistic when it comes to relationship. When thinking back on how these “standards” affects my relationship in the past, I feel very foolish for my behavior and this is an area that I will keep working on because I also think that it will improve my outlook on the relationship. I will no longer have a child like fairy tale view, my view will be more realistic which will make it easier to be lived up to which in the end I am sure will make me happier. This section of the class I found to be extremely helpful in understanding the goods and bads in my current relationship and even offered some way in which we could possibly fix …show more content…
I always knew that there were different types of therapies but I never knew that there were so many different types of therapies for intimate relationships and some I have never heard of. For instance I have never head of or studied systems models but after reading more about the theory I can understand its perspective and purpose. The two theories that I found the more interesting and influential were behavioral models and emotion models. I have always been a fan of behavioral therapies but I never knew that there were different kinds of behavioral therapies. I never knew that there were ones that focus on the perceptions and interpretations that underlie behavior exchanges or ones that focus on accepting or tolerating behaviors that cannot be changed. Knowing that behavioral therapy also focuses on these aspects makes me enjoy this type of therapy even more. I have implored this type of therapy in the past but it mainly related to babysitting or training my dog. Knowing now that this type of therapy can focus on other things besides modifying behavior, I would be very comfort using this type of therapy in more own relationship. I like the emotion models because they focus on identify the primary feelings over the secondary feelings and this is something that I have realized in the past that I need to start doing. I know that it might be ugly but need to get to the root of
This is my first year here at Porterville College, I can say that I have learned many new things. Things that I wanted to learn, that seemed interesting to me, and more important that I was able to do was connect somethings that I have learned in my personal experience, and I think that’s what makes it more interesting and fun. In my “Child, Family, and Community” I have learned how important it is for a child to be in a safe environment where they can have the opportunity to choose from many choices. Also I, have learned about the variety of programs here in Tulare Country that help families and young kids to better themselves for a better life. Another class that I don’t regret taking is English 73X because I have learned many things which
Regardless of the treatment method, the findings of scientific research stress the importance of a relationship-based treatment which operates on trust and openness. All researchers claim that developing a strong therapeutic alliance in the beginning influences the course of the treatment and its success. The early development of this kind of relationship with the patients will improve the therapists' chances of success.
I want to explore Client/Person Centered Therapy. This is a type of therapy that was pioneered by Carl Rogers. This therapy is different because as the name suggests it solely focuses on the client. 'In focusing on the client, the client’s feelings are deeply explored. The assumption is however, that the client was never able to have their feelings heard by the people surrounding them. Person Centered Therapy would allow the client to then be able to express their feelings openly. According to Strupp (1971), “psychotherapeutic relationship is in principle indistinguishable from any good human relationship in which a person feels fully accepted, respected, and prized” (p. 39). Thus, there must be a therapeutic alliance between therapist and client. This therapeutic alliance should creative an environment for the client in which the client feels the therapist is judgment-free. I find that Roger's theory to be interesting and seemingly affective. It makes sense that a change in a clients negative relationship patterns would allow freedom for the client to express themselves emotionally.
I have often wondered what it would be like to experience the freedom of choosing my own class schedule. This has to be infinitely more stimulating and enjoyable. I am also aware that college will be significantly more challenging, but I have always found it easier to study for a class that interests me. I am willing to accept the fact that as long as I am in school, there will be required courses which may not engender excitement or enthusiasm; however, success should not be as difficult to achieve due to the maturity that is developing during this last year of high school. In addition, I have gained an understanding of the benefit of being well rounded. There is value in all classes taken. It helps to know that even my least favorite subject will contribute to the ultimate goal of personal and career development.
I have based my approach on the data that was presented to me through intake forms and viewing prior sessions with the couple. To protect the couple from any negative counter-transference, I filtered my observations through the theories of Gottman’s Married Couple Therapy (2008), Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Therapy (2008) (EFT), and David’s Integrated Model of Couple Therapy (2013a) (ICT). The bulk of this paper will then examine my therapeutic approach, the supporting theoretical concepts, and my strengths and weaknesses as a therapist during the session. The latter will include peer feedback, instructor feedback, and self-critique. This paper will conclude with a brief discussion of the future direction of therapy were I to remain their therapist.
Throughout the semester we have covered many different topics during our study of contemporary American culture. We studied topics relating to our everyday lives such as, relationships, life habits, work, and school. The various readings, films, and discussions during class have helped me reflect upon my life. I would like to elaborate and focus on the aspects of this class that directly influence the way I see the world today. Before I took this course my mental image of materialism, happiness, and love were entirely different. I have been exposed to a different perception of our world today that I would have never experienced if I had not taken this course. Our course material helped me analyze how materialism affects me, and it helped me develop a more clear understanding of the meaning of love and happiness.
The main goal of EFT is for couples to create a secure bond between partners by choreographing new emotional experiences. The three stages of EFT guide the therapist to ensure the couple identifies and processes negative interaction patterns and the underlying emotions caused by these patterns. A secure therapeutic alliance is crucial between the EFT therapist and couple in order to safely complete all stages of therapy. Trust is an important factor that the couple needs in order to take risks and share primary emotions and attachment needs (Dalgleish et al., 2015). Cycle de-escalation, changing interaction patterns, and consolidation and integration are the three stages of EFT used to direct the couple towards a more
Recently when I get extremely overwhelmed or stressed I can relate what we learned in class to my experience and in a way it helps me get a better picture of what I’m dealing with and how I should approach the problem. It probably sounds silly and fake but this class has really helped me deal with difficult situations in a more effective way. Not only can I relate to the topic of stress personally but I can also relate to almost every topic we have gone over. I’ve learned a lot more from this class than I expected since the beginning of the semester and the material I’ve learned will definitely stay relevant to me even after I graduate. I am no longer a psychology minor, and I’m not sure what other psychology classes could have offered me but I am glad I choose this class and that at least one class I took as an undergraduate is actually going to be relevant to me outside of the
Over the course of this class I have pieced together many things about my own life that before went unnoticed. I am now able to see things in a bit of a different light. Now that I have been introduced to the realm of psychology I understand some of the reasons for behavior around me. I have learned that there is a reason for most everything and a lot of our behaviors and mental processes can be explained through psychology. Studies have been conducted for many years to try and pinpoint the source of our behavior and it is not something that most people think about every day. Having a better understanding of why we operate the way we do will help me to better understand myself and the others around me.
Behavioral Therapy is considered a major landscape of psychotherapy consisting of a wide variety of therapeutic techniques that impact the change in a person’s problem behavior. Behavior has four defining themes in behavior therapy; scientific, action-oriented, present-focused, and
Taking the Orientation to Psychology class my first semester at Seton Hall University was probably the most beneficial part of my college experience thus far. Although I came into college confidently declared as a psychology major, I didn’t really know what this meant or entailed prior to taking this course. This course taught me valuable information about myself, about the field of psychology, and about how I can mold those two together. All that I’ve learned this semester in Orientation to Psychology helped me to form a coherent and positive understanding of who I am and how this identity fits into the world of psychology.
I understand my styles and behaviors better now. Too bad I didn’t take this course earlier in life. Understanding myself will help me understand other people better I believe. That will be helpful concidering the profession I intend to have.
Now the communication class is almost over I have realize how important is to have good communication skills, and how it is key to life. I have learned many things in this class for example ways to approach strangers. Another thing that I have learned how to handle conflict and how sometimes it could be good it not always bad and many others. The way I look things have change to have reach my goals. This class was has also taught me how to look in the “other” perceptive, and not being selfish by just seeing one side. All that I have learn will help me and other around me to be able to communicate better.
I’ve learned so much through this course. This course helped me learn behavior and people around me. Now I can see how it is hard for the people to live with their disorders. The society treats those people like outcasts and most of them even laugh at their disorder. Every behavior can be explained by psychology.
I could have taken the experience negatively, and I could have become resentful. Instead, I decided to use my experience to motivate me to learn more about people that come from different backgrounds than I do. When I went back to that class, I began observing the people I first discussed tuition with. Not only did they act different about money, they acted different about a number of different things. What started out as me observing their opinions and ideas on one subject became me learning about their opinions on several different matters. I personally think the experience I had made me a better and more inclusive person. I have learned a lot about other people in just the few classes I have had since the