NCE Domain 6: Core Counseling Attributes Welcome to your NCE Domain 6: Core Counseling Attributes 1. NCE: Core Counseling Attributes In the context of multicultural counseling competence, the concept of "worldview" is best described as which of the following? A. The therapist's approach to therapy, informed by their theoretical orientation B. The client's religious or spiritual beliefs that influence their perception of the world C. The cultural, individual, and environmental influences that shape a person's perspective of the world D. The ethical standards set by the counseling profession to ensure respect for diverse cultures None 2. NCE: Core Counseling Attributes The therapeutic factor identified by Irvin Yalom that emphasizes the importance of group members sharing their own experiences and accepting feedback is known as: A. Universality B. Altruism C. Cohesiveness D. Interpersonal Learning None 3. NCE: Core Counseling Attributes When considering the ethical principle of autonomy in counseling, which scenario most accurately demonstrates a violation of this principle? A. Informing a client about confidentiality limits at the onset of therapy B. Encouraging a client to make decisions that reflect their own values and beliefs C. Deciding on a treatment plan without input from the client D. Seeking supervision when confronted with an ethical dilemma None 4. NCE: Core Counseling Attributes Which of the following best describes the concept of "countertransference" in the counseling process? A. A client's transference of feelings from significant others to the therapist B. A therapist's emotional reaction to the client based on the therapist's own background C. The process by which a therapist projects their own unresolved conflicts onto the client D. The use of therapeutic techniques to resolve a client's unconscious conflicts None 5. NCE: Core Counseling Attributes In terms of counselor self-disclosure, which guideline is most appropriate? A. Self-disclosure should be used sparingly and only when it does not meet the counselor's needs B. Counselors should frequently use self-disclosure to build rapport with all clients C. Self-disclosure is encouraged when it specifically addresses the counselor's personal issues D. The counselor should prioritize self-disclosure over client confidentiality None 6. NCE: Core Counseling Attributes According to the stages of change model, a client who recognizes the need for change but is unsure about making a commitment to take action is in which stage? A. Precontemplation B. Contemplation C. Preparation D. Action None 7. NCE: Core Counseling Attributes A counselor working with a client who has experienced trauma should prioritize which of the following therapeutic goals first? A. Exploring the client's past traumas in depth B. Establishing safety and stability C. Encouraging the expression of anger towards the perpetrator D. Facilitating the reintegration of the traumatic experience None 8. NCE: Core Counseling Attributes Which of the following is an example of an inappropriate boundary crossing in a therapeutic relationship? A. Accepting a client's friend request on a personal social media account B. Discussing the client's treatment plan during a scheduled session C. Referring a client to another professional for specialized services D. Maintaining confidentiality about the client's disclosures None 9. NCE: Core Counseling Attributes The concept of "cultural humility" in counseling emphasizes the importance of: A. Adopting a stance of expertise about the client's culture B. Maintaining an ongoing process of self-exploration and learning about one's own and the client's cultural background C. Implementing standardized cultural assessments in therapy D. Prioritizing counselor's cultural values in the therapeutic process None 10. NCE: Core Counseling Attributes In counseling research, the term "reflexivity" refers to: A. The ability of a research study to be replicated by other researchers B. The systematic analysis of patterns in qualitative data C. The process by which researchers critically examine their own biases and influence on the research process D. The use of standardized measures to ensure validity and reliability in quantitative research None 1 out of 10 Time is Up! Time's up
