Running head: WEEK 4 ASSIGNMENT Adlerian Theory Antone Graham Professor Daniel National University 1 WEEK 4 ASSIGNMENT 2 Adlerian Theory Therapy is so critical in the process of rehabilitation. Individuals need to support others who love them such as family and friends. What makes the Adlerian Theory so unique is that it revolves around a sense to belongings and the ability to connect. We encounter fellow human beings every day, and our ability to communicate with them is what determines our relationship to specific people.Additionally, we are the best version of ourselves when we can feel connected and cared for by those who appreciate us such as friends and family. When we do not feel valued or appreciated, we tend to withdraw and give up. This tends to lead to a person isolating. The purpose of this paper is to define the Adlerian theory by discussing the importance.Moreover, it's very vital to explain how this psychoanalytic theory can assist individuals in rehabilitation. With every upside, there is always a downside, so expanding on how it may not be beneficial to some people is necessary. Lastly, it would be paramount to state how this theory is used as a treatment. What is it Adlerian theory denotes to the practice and belief that people as individuals should be validated, connected, and made to feel significant. The method applied in therapy concentrates on the whole individual and not just parts or specific pieces that need development. The process also grips the personality as the development of children and environmental influences(Hopper, 2018). This is necessary for findings ways to assist the person in moving ahead if they want to improve their lives. Adlerian’s theory constructed on having a sense of community. The idea is that if people who feel a sense of belongingness will act accommodatingly and well, creating bonds with other people. However, if individuals feel like outsiders, they will act in irrational and destructive ways as a way to display their feeling of insufficiency. WEEK 4 ASSIGNMENT 3 How Can It Help? 1 Adlerian therapy assists individuals in building confidence in themselves to motivate them into making better decisions. It can also help them in being more independent without the anxiety that they might fail (Hopper, 2018). Although failure is natural in life, always feeling like a letdown because of an inside belief can inhibit their growth from day to day. When that fear is replaced or vanished, that person can live a better life and form interconnected relationships with other people. More importantly, the goal of this treatment is to substitute long-held negative views, so that the individual can become more self-reliant, self-assured, and socially empowered. This will indeed lead to improved decisions as well as better relationships. This new confidence will continue to rise through their lives as they remain to make better choices for themselves. However, this type of rehabilitation takes time and replacing existing beliefs can expose a host of prospects for that individual that they did not think was possible. How It Doesn't Help. This type of therapy and like most other therapies are not for people who want quick results. It also does not serve those who only want to be in treatment for a short amount of time. This treatment takes determination, devotion, and obligation. This type of therapy can assist people in converting into a healthy and satisfied individual. Hence, it doesn't happen overnight. Another restriction in Adlerian therapy includes a deep dive into unanticipated life events. This might be threatening for those who do not wish to offend childhood memories that might be disturbing. Since it is essential to establish the reasons for current behavior and thoughts, Adlerian psychotherapists insist on building a childhood timeline. Confronting old memories does not work for some individuals. WEEK 4 ASSIGNMENT 4 Adlerian Theory as a Therapy. As a therapy, this concept aids individuals by helping them comprehend where their actions stem from, how they can alter their view of themselves, and how they can change their view of their childhood. Adlerian believed that this occurred in four steps with a therapist. At the start of therapy, the therapist involves developing a close relationship with their client. From the initial stage, goals and boundaries are established before starting real work, indeed building the groundwork (Hopper, 2018). This is critical before moving forward. If this does not happen, then the complete therapy would fall apart. Afterward, the therapist will reassure their client to expand on their behaviors, upbringing, and drives. This creates a basis of how the person came about to acting the way that they do now. When conducting group therapy, I can use this technique, not only to open my client but to remind them that we are all human beings with emotions. Conclusion. Adlerian theory is beneficial in therapy because at the very end of each session, we are all humans and we always need to communicate with one another. This treat takes time and can not be rushed. We need time to comprehend where our actions are originating from and why we feel the way we feel. WEEK 4 ASSIGNMENT 5 References Hopper, E. (2018, September 19). How Adlerian Therapy Helps Patients Cope with Feelings of Inferiority. Retrieved May 7, 2019, from https://www.thoughtco.com/adlerian-therapystages-4173522.
