Using Existential, Person-Centered, or Gestalt therapy, describe and explain the client’s presenting problems and history in the context of this theory. Then, provide a proposal for how you would proceed with the case as guided by this theory. Finally, discuss at least one benefit and one drawback of using the selected theory in the case. Stating that there are no benefits and/or drawbacks does not satisfy this requirement. Below is an outline.
*Introduction
1 paragraph describing the selected theory
*Case Conceptualization
1-3 paragraphs explaining the details of the client’s case (e.g., history, presenting problems, other life details) using key concepts of the selected theory.
*Recommendations
1-3 paragraphs providing recommendations for treatment and next steps based on the selected theory.
*Critique
1 paragraph including a benefit and drawback of conceptualizing the client’s case with the selected theory