Each mental health practitioner must decide on a style or approach that is both effective but also fits with their worldview. This may involve integrating a number of approaches

Problem is poorly described/organized and does not provide sufficient information to theoretically conceptualize the issue. Factors contributing to the problem are not clearly identified or clearly linked to the problem. The full continuum of mental health is poorly described or absent. The major modality identified is not thoroughly discussed or clearly articulated. Discussion does not indicate the underlying assumptions of the theory utilized or the potential implications for the life event conceptualized from that orientation. Approach identified does not appear appropriate for addressing the problem (or no clear rationale is provided). Treatment plan is detached from existing theoretical conceptualization and poor or sufficient goals are established.  Arguments and discussions appear to lack critical thinking skills throughout the paper. Does not demonstrate an understanding or use of class material (not in the form of citations but observations).

Problem is minimally described, and organizational problems are evident resulting in a minimally complete conceptualization. Core factors are overlooked or your connection to the problems seems minimally complete. Full continuum of mental health is minimally discussed. Some aspects of the modality are discussed while others are excluded without sufficient rationale. Therapeutic modality and techniques are used incorrectly or not clearly discussed. Major aspects of the theory are insufficiently described or are not appropriately addressed. Theory does not appear appropriate for the problem identified.  Some aspect of the treatment plan seem disconnected from theory, and goals established (both short and long-term) do not appear appropriate for addressing the problem. Errors in grammar are apparent contributing to the difficulties in understating argument.  Discussion and critical thinking skills show some development but do not coalesce to produce a complete analysis.

Problem has a moderate amount of information that permits transparency between the problem and your conceptualization. Some factors are directly linked while others are not clearly connected. Some factors are overlooked or not sufficiently addressed. Some aspects of the continuum are addressed but important or salient aspects relevant to the problem are missed. Therapeutic modality is sufficiently described but lacks some nuance and reveals limited mastery of its application. Your paper sufficiently utilizes the identified theoretical modality but importance aspects are overlooked. Method appears appropriate but more appropriate intervention may better address the problem. Some aspects of the treatment plan are stronger than others. Treatment plan is consistent with theoretical modality but greater consistency can be established. Some grammar problems are apparent. Discussion demonstrates many components of critical thinking skills but conclusions do not make meaningful use of this information. Some understanding of course material is apparent in observations, but understanding is limited or incomplete.     

Problem has a good amount of detail that clearly connects your problem to your conceptualization. Most psychosocial factors are clearly described and linked to your discussion of the problem. Most aspects of the dual continua model are addressed.  Substantial mastery is demonstrated through therapeutic application. Some minor aspects of the theory are not sufficiently addressed but the major overarching aspects are addressed. You fully conceptualize the life event utilizing this theory and the implications for utilizing it are clear. Treatment plan clearly emerges from case conceptualization, and is consistent with the theoretical modality discussed. Both short-term and long-term goals appear appropriate for addressing the issue discussed.  Paper contains few grammatical errors. Critical thinking skills are apparent throughout the content of paper.  You demonstrate the ability to take topics discussed in the classroom and transfers those discussions and observations to practical situations.

Detail of problem/quality of description provides complete transparency between the problem and your conceptualization. Factors are directly connected to the problem and help to fully define the parameters of your experience. Assessment of psychosocial factors seems complete. The dual continua model is completely addressed. Paper fully discusses the implications of the theoretical modality identified as well as the potential implications for conceptualizing the problem from that perspective.  Conceptualization is clearly linked to the problem discussed and appears appropriate. Treatment plan developed appears appropriate given your discussion, adequately develops short-term and long-term goals with objectives, and clearly follows from your theoretical modality. Treatment plan clearly emerges from case conceptualization, and is consistent with the theoretical modality discussed. Both short-term and long-term goals appear appropriate for addressing the issue discussed.  

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Description of major problem

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5.5

Discussion and description of theoretical modality

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5.5

Development of treatment plan to address identified problem

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Organization/Clarity of Discussion

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APA (citations, headings, headers, cover page)

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Late submission – 3 points a day

Lack of required citations- Up to 10 points

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