Technical eclecticism in counseling is defined as...

Technical eclecticism in counseling is defined as...

• A. Using different techniques from different theories to achieve behavior change
• B. Adherence to a single theory
• C. Focusing on dream interpretation
• D. Pharmacotherapy only

Answer: (A)

Technical eclecticism is the pragmatic practice of drawing on techniques from different theoretical approaches and using them as needed to help a client change behavior. The focus is on what works for the client, not on committing to a single theory. A counselor may incorporate cognitive-behavioral steps, relational skills, or other techniques from various schools based on effectiveness for the presenting problem, with the aim of producing real change in functioning. This approach is distinct from sticking to one theory, and it isn’t defined by dream interpretation or by using medications alone.

Technical eclecticism is the pragmatic practice of drawing on techniques from different theoretical approaches and using them as needed to help a client change behavior. The focus is on what works for the client, not on committing to a single theory. A counselor may incorporate cognitive-behavioral steps, relational skills, or other techniques from various schools based on effectiveness for the presenting problem, with the aim of producing real change in functioning. This approach is distinct from sticking to one theory, and it isn’t defined by dream interpretation or by using medications alone.