NCE Practice Test

When a counselor is subpoenaed to provide client records in a court case, and the release could harm the client, what is the most appropriate initial action for the counselor to take?

In a situation where a counselor's personal values conflict with the client's goals, what is the ethical course of action?

Which scenario most accurately demonstrates an ethical violation of confidentiality?

Which of the following best describes a counselor's ethical responsibility regarding multicultural competence?

What is the most appropriate action for a counselor who realizes they have developed romantic feelings for a client?

In which scenario is dual relationships considered most ethically permissible?

What is the primary purpose of ethical codes in the counseling profession?

A counselor learns of a client's intention to harm themselves or others. What is the most immediate ethical responsibility?

How should a counselor ethically handle receiving a gift of significant value from a client?

A counselor receives a friend request on a social media platform from a current client. What is the most appropriate response?

When a counselor discovers that another counselor is acting in an unethical manner, what is the first step they should take according to ethical guidelines?

In the context of assessment and diagnosis, "comorbidity" refers to:

The primary purpose of conducting a biopsychosocial assessment during intake is to:

In psychological testing, the Flynn effect refers to the phenomenon of:

When a counselor is using a "criterion-referenced" test, they are primarily interested in:

The concept of "therapeutic assessment" integrates assessment and intervention by aiming to:

A counselor considering the cultural competence of an assessment tool should primarily focus on which of the following aspects?

When utilizing projective tests in psychological assessment, a clinician is primarily seeking to uncover:

Differential item functioning (DIF) analysis is used in test development to identify items that:

When evaluating the reliability of an assessment tool, which of the following types of reliability refers to the consistency of test scores over time?

The term "construct validity" in psychological testing refers to:

In mental health assessment, "cultural formulation" involves:

Which type of assessment is specifically designed to evaluate a client's readiness for change in therapeutic settings?

In psychodynamic therapy, the term "transference" refers to which of the following phenomena?

The concept of "double bind" communication is most closely associated with the development of which of the following conditions?

In treating clients with borderline personality disorder 'BPD', dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) focuses on teaching skills in all of the following areas EXCEPT:

When assessing for attachment disorders in children, a clinician is most likely to observe difficulties in which of the following areas?

In the context of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), the technique of "cognitive restructuring" is primarily aimed at:

The therapeutic technique of "motivational interviewing" is particularly effective in treating clients struggling with:

The use of "systematic desensitization" is most effective for clients dealing with:

Which of the following is NOT a common feature of "narcissistic personality disorder" according to the DSM-5?

In the context of trauma-informed care, "safety" primarily refers to:

In the assessment of complex post-traumatic stress disorder 'C-PTSD', which of the following is NOT typically considered a core component?

The concept of "secondary gain" in psychological disorders refers to:

The concept of "earned secure attachment" is best understood as:

The term "allostatic load" is best described as:

In schema therapy, "maladaptive schemas" are understood as:

Which of the following best describes the concept of "countertransference" in therapeutic settings?

The "miracle question" is a technique most associated with which therapeutic approach?

The therapeutic model known as "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy" (ACT) is primarily based on the principle of:

In the treatment of anorexia nervosa, which of the following therapeutic interventions is considered MOST crucial in the initial phase?

The concept of "intergenerational trauma" is best described as:

"Projective identification" is a concept that originates from which therapeutic perspective?

The technique of "externalization" is most closely associated with which therapeutic approach?

In the context of trauma therapy, "titration" refers to:

In motivational interviewing, "rolling with resistance" involves:

The therapeutic concept of "parallel process" is most commonly observed in:

The "false self" concept, often explored in therapy, was originally introduced by:

The "Yalom's Therapeutic Factors" are most associated with which type of therapy?

The "window of tolerance" model, used in understanding responses to trauma, describes:

The technique of "mentalization-based treatment" (MBT) is particularly designed for clients with:

"Defensive splitting" is a defense mechanism most commonly associated with which personality disorder?

When developing a treatment plan for a client who has experienced trauma, what is a crucial consideration?

When considering the use of technology-assisted counseling 'TAC' in treatment planning, what is the most critical factor?

Which approach is most appropriate when incorporating outcome measures into treatment planning?

In the context of group therapy treatment planning, what is essential to consider for group composition?

In the context of treatment planning for a client with a substance use disorder, what role does the concept of "stages of change" play?

What is a pivotal factor to consider in treatment planning for a client with chronic pain?

When incorporating client feedback into the treatment planning process, what is the most effective strategy?

How should a counselor address potential barriers to implementing a treatment plan?

What is a critical factor to consider when developing a treatment plan for a client with a dual diagnosis?

In the context of trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy, which of the following is a primary objective during the phase of trauma narrative and processing?

Which of the following best describes the therapist's role in Gestalt therapy?

In cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), what is the primary purpose of assigning homework to clients?

When utilizing motivational interviewing with a client who is ambivalent about change, which technique is most appropriate for exploring the client's own arguments for change?

In Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, the therapist's primary focus during the initial stages is on:

In the context of family therapy, the technique of reframing is used to:

When employing Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), which technique is most likely to be used to help clients envision a future without their current problems?

The therapeutic technique of "empty chair" is most associated with which therapeutic approach?

In the stages of change model, "contemplation" is characterized by:

In the treatment of addiction, the use of motivational incentives (contingency management) is based on which principle?

Which of the following is a key component of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for treating Borderline Personality Disorder?

When applying the concept of "universalization" in a group therapy setting, the therapist aims to:

In narrative therapy, externalization is used to:

The concept of "corrective emotional experience" in therapy aims to:

The technique of "paradoxical intention" in therapy is primarily used to:

The therapeutic approach that primarily focuses on the client's current process and uses the relationship with the therapist as a mechanism for change is:

In narrative therapy, the concept of "thick description" refers to:

When considering the ethical principle of autonomy in counseling, which of the following is most accurate?

When considering the ethical principle of autonomy in counseling, which of the following is most accurate?

In the context of Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), the term "interpersonal disputes" refers to:

The use of "somatic experiencing" in therapy is designed to:

"Response prevention" is a technique most closely associated with the treatment of:

In the context of psychotherapy, "countertransference" is best defined as:

The "double-bind" communication theory is most closely associated with the development of:

The concept of "holding environment" is integral to which therapeutic approach?

In the therapeutic technique known as "flooding," the client is:

The therapeutic approach that emphasizes the client's inherent growth potential and focuses on the present moment is:

"Catharsis" in the context of therapy refers to:

The concept of "transference" in psychotherapy primarily involves the client's:

"Enactment" in the context of family therapy refers to:

"Interpersonal inventory" is a technique used in which type of therapy?

In the context of multicultural counseling competence, the concept of "worldview" is best described as which of the following?

When considering the ethical principle of autonomy in counseling, which scenario most accurately demonstrates a violation of this principle?

Which of the following best describes the concept of "countertransference" in the counseling process?

In terms of counselor self-disclosure, which guideline is most appropriate?

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 counselor working with a client who has experienced trauma should prioritize which of the following therapeutic goals first?

The therapeutic factor identified by Irvin Yalom that emphasizes the importance of group members sharing their own experiences and accepting feedback is known as:

Which of the following is an example of an inappropriate boundary crossing in a therapeutic relationship?