Post University Stages of Change Theoretical Concepts Psychology Discussion

Paper Topics:

Option

Theory 1

Theory 2

1

Stages of Change

Motivational Enhancement/Interviewing

2

Solution Focused

Reality Therapy

3

Matrix Model

Solution Focused

4

Cognitive Behavioral

Solution Focused

5

Matrix Model

Cognitive Behavioral

NOTE: You cannot resubmit any previously written information on your WA #1 when turning in WA #2. This is not allowable and considered an academic integrity and University violation. 

For each paper, please choose an option # (listed above on the graph) for your first paper and another for your second. 

After choosing an option, please provide a brief (1 paragraph for each theory) summary of the key aspects of the theory. Afterwards, please COMPARE and CONTRAST the two theories chosen by addressing the following: 

• Similarities and differences in general theoretical concepts, principles, and agents of change 

• Similarities and differences in stages associated with treatment according to teach theory (e.g. beginning, middle, and termination stages, etc.) 

• Similarities and differences in creating positive change to promote recovery through the concepts of the theories. 

• Similarities and differences in approaching obstacles in the treatment process. 

• Similarities and differences in the human service provider’s role in the treatment process. 

• Other similarities and differences in the treatment process that are noteworthy 

Please title your paper listing the names of both theories such as, “Matrix Model vs. Solution Focused Therapy.