Integration Exam version 1

What does McMinn believe Christian counseling should primarily focus on?

-empirically validated Christian Counseling model of personality, mental health and therapy. -Intradisciplinary integration and informed consent. According to McMinn this foundational competence for integration is insufficiently emphasized in most Christian counseling programs. Religious interventions require us to understand spiritual formation, place priority on personal spiritual training as well as professional development, challenge prevailing models of mental health, work toward a stronger scientific base, and sensitively recognize ethical issues.

McMinn believes there is a "healing motif" written throughout the narrative of human history that reflects a common pattern to healing and health. What is NOT one of those he wrote about?

-self sufficiency -Brokenness -Healing relationships This pattern is played out in human development, spiritual growth, and psychological change

Which of the following BEST describes McMinn's view of the relationship between Christian counseling models and the scientific method?

1) Christian counselors act as if their methods are validated or they don't need to be. 2) this view is dangerous and alienates Christian counselors from their colleagues. 3) to be understood, we must use language of science. 4) must scientifically demonstrate their unique interventions & their effectiveness. 5) Research Evidence for Christian techniques is sparse/needs to be validated.

1. What is NOT one of the eight points in the "Reasons for Forgiveness Scale.'

1) Forgiveness helps me get on with my life. Otherwise I would think about it all the time. 2) I want to keep peace in our relationship. 3) I understand why he/she did it (going through a rough time

McMinn writes about six personal and professional challenges facing Christian counselors as they confront interdisciplinary integration. Which choice is NOT one of them?

1)Moving from two areas of competence to three 2) Blurred personal-professional distinctions. 3) Expanding definitions of training. 4) Confronting dominant views. 5) Establishing a scientific base 6)Defining relevant ethical standards.

What are the elements in McMinn's pattern for healing?

Accurate sense of self 2) accurate awareness of need 3) healing relationships Self, brokenness, healing relationships humble ourselves as we draw close to God. A balanced sense of self, brokenness, and close relationships with God and others bring maturity and health.

1. McMinn uses the term ____________ counselor to describe a counselor who is able to consider simultaneously: psychology, theology, and spirituality.

Axiological

According to a chart that McMinn designed, there were several examples of a faulty sense of self. What is NOT one of the examples?

Examples include: 1) self-absorption 2) self-hate 3) lack of self-restraint

In your readings, McMinn compares the apostle Paul and the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) to which psychologist and his theory?

Maslow

What is NOT one of the seven different types of prayer in counseling suggested by McMinn?

Seven different types of prayer: 1) praying for clients outside of sessions 2) silently praying for clients during the sessions 3) devotional mediation outside sessions 4) Devotional mediation during sessions 5) Training with in-session prayer and homework 6) occasional in-session prayer 7) routine in-session prayer

When faced with the reality of fallen human nature, McMinn believes we are left with three choices. What are they?

do nothing, to stand paralyzed in a state of shame and proclaim our worthlessness. 2) to confess our fallen nature, find ways of making restitution when appropriate, accept forgiveness, and be restored to healthy relationships. 3) seek comfort through means other than confession.

McMinn believes that Christian counselors who are best prepared to help people are what?

those not only highly trained in counseling theory and techniques and in theology but also personally trained to reflect Christian character inside and outside of the counseling office.