Personal Theoretical Orientation Paper

Personal Theoretical Orientation Paper

Type of document           Essay

5 Pages Double Spaced

Subject area       Psychology

Academic Level Master

Style      APA

References         4

Order description:

Create a 1000-1200 word essay describing your personal theoretical orientation. Include the following:

Identify the theoretical orientation you will adhere to in your counseling practice.

Briefly discuss the major contributors to the development of this theory.

Identify the major assumptions of this theory.

Identify your personal characteristics that are in alignment with this theory.

I choose the Cognitive Behavior Therapy CBT

I plan to work with PTSD veterans and their families.

Below is my personality type.

Personality type: “The Logistician” (ISTJ-A)

Individual traits: Introverted – 76%, Observant – 63%, Thinking – 83%, Judging – 78%, Assertive – 69%

Role: Sentinel

Strategy: Confident Individualism

76% -Introverted

63% – Observant

83% – Thinking

78% – Judging

69% – Assertive

Mind – This trait determines how we interact with our environment

24% Extraverted

76% Introverted – Introverted individuals prefer solitary activities and get exhausted by social interaction. They tend to be quite sensitive to external stimulation (e.g. sound, sight or smell) in general. Read more

Energy – This trait shows where we direct our mental energy.

37% Intuitive

63% Observant – Observant individuals are highly practical, pragmatic and down-to-earth. They tend to have strong habits and focus on what is happening or has already happened. Read more

Nature – This trait determines how we make decisions and cope with emotions.

83% Thinking

Feeling 17%▼

Thinking individuals focus on objectivity and rationality, prioritizing logic over emotions. They tend to hide their feelings and see efficiency as more important than cooperation.

Tactics

This trait reflects our approach to work, planning and decision-making.

78% Judging

Prospecting 22%▼

Judging individuals are decisive, thorough and highly organized. They value clarity, predictability and closure, preferring structure and planning to spontaneity.

Identity

This trait underpins all others, showing how confident we are in our abilities and decisions.

69% Assertive

31% Turbulent

Assertive individuals are self-assured, even-tempered and resistant to stress. They refuse to worry too much and do not push themselves too hard when it comes to achieving goals.