Approaches to Psychological Therapy Quiz

Dive into key psychotherapy approaches with our quiz. Discover cognitive, behavior, and humanistic therapies' fundamentals.

#1

Which psychological therapy approach focuses on changing irrational thoughts and beliefs?

Behavioral therapy
Cognitive therapy
Humanistic therapy
Psychoanalytic therapy
#2

Who developed the approach known as client-centered therapy?

Sigmund Freud
Carl Rogers
Albert Ellis
Ivan Pavlov
#3

Who developed Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)?

Carl Rogers
Aaron Beck
Albert Ellis
Abraham Maslow
#4

Who is considered the founder of psychoanalysis?

Carl Rogers
Sigmund Freud
Albert Ellis
Abraham Maslow
#5

Who developed the therapeutic approach known as Gestalt therapy?

Albert Ellis
Carl Rogers
Fritz Perls
Aaron Beck
#6

Who developed the therapeutic approach known as reality therapy?

Sigmund Freud
Carl Rogers
Albert Ellis
William Glasser
#7

What is a primary focus of Gestalt therapy?

Exploring the unconscious mind
Identifying and challenging irrational thoughts
Achieving self-actualization
Promoting awareness of one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
#8

Which therapy approach is based on the premise that behaviors are learned and can be unlearned?

Cognitive therapy
Humanistic therapy
Behavioral therapy
Existential therapy
#9

Which therapy approach emphasizes the importance of examining the meaning and purpose of life?

Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Existential therapy
Interpersonal therapy
Dialectical behavior therapy
#10

What is a key aspect of mindfulness-based therapies?

Analyzing past experiences
Focusing on the present moment with acceptance and nonjudgment
Exploring unconscious conflicts
Challenging irrational beliefs
#11

Which therapy approach places a strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and collaboration between therapist and client?

Psychodynamic therapy
Existential therapy
Person-centered therapy
Cognitive-behavioral therapy
#12

Which therapy approach focuses on identifying and challenging cognitive distortions?

Dialectical behavior therapy
Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Interpersonal therapy
Humanistic therapy
#13

In psychodynamic therapy, what is the primary focus of the therapeutic process?

Exploring childhood experiences and their impact on current behavior
Challenging irrational thoughts and beliefs
Promoting self-actualization and personal growth
Identifying and modifying maladaptive behaviors
#14

In which therapy approach would you most likely encounter the technique of free association?

Cognitive therapy
Psychoanalytic therapy
Existential therapy
Gestalt therapy
#15

What technique involves exposing individuals to feared stimuli in a safe and controlled environment?

Systematic desensitization
Flooding
Aversion therapy
Token economy
#16

What is a primary focus of psychoanalytic therapy?

Identifying and challenging cognitive distortions
Promoting self-actualization
Exploring unconscious conflicts and childhood experiences
Enhancing interpersonal skills
#17

In which therapy approach would you most likely encounter the use of exposure techniques for treating anxiety disorders?

Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Interpersonal therapy
Psychodynamic therapy
Humanistic therapy

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