CBT and Generalized Anxiety Disorder

The capstone will include:
a) a case conceptualization, and,
b) a final client report
The Capstone Project is a 25-30 page written report formatted to the most recent edition of APA style guidelines (i.e., 6th edition). The page count excludes the reference list

The report/plan shall contain the following sections:

A case conceptualization based on one’s newfound counselling orientation. The conceptualization should include information on the use of a specific counselling theoretical orientation (i.e., psychodynamic; cognitive-behavioural; humanistic, etc.) to illustrate how the practicum counsellor identifies how the clients’ difficulties (specifically, symptoms, and problems in living) have developed and been maintained. The student will provide information about the interventions used and how the case conceptualization informed goal-setting and treatment planning. Depending on theoretical orientation a case conceptualization, in addition to highlighting symptoms and problems in living, will include varied ways to understand the health and well-being of the client and may include (but is not limited to) such factors as medical/health matters or diagnosis, critical events, relationships, work/school, spirituality, psychometric testing, meaningful activities, and capacity in daily living.

A topical literature review which supports and elaborates upon the decision to engage a specific theoretical orientation. The review must be specific to the presenting concerns, culture, and fit for the client. Prediction of client change will be considered through the lens of research evidence, specific to the client.

A case summary must address issues in the therapeutic relationship; specific counselling interventions, with examples; transference-countertransference issues; client progress; diversity issues; collaboration with other professionals involved in the care of the client, if any; and recommendations for continued care (i.e., skills groups, a continuance to another professional’s care, adjunct therapies, etc.). The student will evidence their skills and competencies through the written case report.

A’ reflection of their learning journey will be provided along with specific goals described to continue in professional development, including which skills most require growth and enhancement.