Personal Theory of Counseling

The Balance and Accountability Theory

Liberty University

Theories of Counseling

Coun 510

February 26, 2013

Abstract

Many theories fail to address the significance of integrating psychology and theology in the counseling environment. In order to improve effectiveness, a comprehensive approach to treatment focuses on presenting conditions as well as past experiences to identify problematic areas as well as the contributing influences. The Balance and Accountability theory is most beneficial to mature individuals who are engaged in the process and have a willingness and desire for change that will improve their overall wellbeing. It fully holds counselors responsible in their provision of empirically proven techniques based on both scientific research and biblical principles. The client’s engagement is equal in its commitment to successful treatment.

This theory encompasses an optimal balance in the collaboration of individual specific theories such as existential and person centered applications as well as biblical interpretations. The cause and effect technique and self challenge exercises guide the client to outcomes of increased awareness of need, spirituality, and well-being are addressed in the therapeutic framework.

Key words: Accountability, Existential theory, Person centered theory, Theology, Integration, Psychology, Scientific

The Balance and Accountability Theory

Introduction

A counseling theory should provide a clear foundation of from which they treat a wide range of clients. Its primary focus is to help all clients achieve their goals and improve emotional and mental health. A theory includes it’s owns beliefs about how people are innately created, and the internal and external forces that influence behavior. (Sommers-Flanagan & Sommers-Flanagan, 2012). It also A comprehensive theory also attempts to remove deeply rooted misbeliefs and replace with biblical truths. My theory leads clients into an...