you will be taking on the role of the intake counselor at a mental health facility. In this role, you will facilitate the evaluation of a client based on clinical personality assessments, mental status exam, and observations of the client to make recommendations to the treatment team consisting of the clinical psychologist, counselors, and case manager for the client. Carefully review the Week Two Counseling-Based Personality Assessment Scenario (attached) ..In your initial post, examine the personality assessment instrument used in the scenario and research a peer-reviewed article on this personality assessment. Using the required articles and websites as well as your researched article (link below) to support your statements, describe the standard use of this personality assessment. Based on the scenario, evaluate the reliability, validity, and cultural considerations inherent to the personality assessment used and comment on the relevance of these elements within the scenario. Analyze and describe some of the potential ethical issues which might arise from the use of this personality assessment in the given scenario. Provide information from your research regarding the use of the personality measure, and assess the value of other possible instruments that could be added to more assessment of the client in the scenario. 

 

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PSY615: Week Two Counseling-Based Personality Assessment Scenario
PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
(Williamsburg Mental Health Center)
Jane Smith Date of Evaluation: 10/12/2013
Case No.: 12783A
Admission Date: 10/8/2013 PURPOSE FOR EVALUATION:
This is the second admission of a 32-year-old female to the Center. The client has 14 years of formal
education and is employed as an administrative assistant at a local community college. She was admitted
due to signs of major depression with possible psychotic features. The purpose of this clinical evaluation is to assess the client’s current mental well-being and the extent of
her need for clinical intervention. ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES:
The clinical psychiatrist on duty recommended the following assessments:
• Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 (MMPI-2) • Mental Status Examination • Review of Prior Psychological Assessment • Review of Prior Medical Records • Clinical Interview ASSESSMENT RESULTS:
Note: Typically, this section reports test results of all the recommended assessments. Here you are
provided with the abbreviated results from the MMPI-2, the Mental Status Examination, Review of Prior
Medical Records, and Clinical Interview. Adjustment Level
Jane’s elevated scores on Depression (T = 94) and Psychasthenia (T = 92) scales indicate her
dissatisfaction with her life situation and feelings of hopelessness and inadequacy.
Symptoms
Jane appears to suffer from major depression, which is evident in her elevated Harris-Lingoes
subscales on depression (D1, T = 101; D2, T = 89; D3, T = 80; D4, T = 99; and D5, T = 80).
These scores and a high score on the Social Introversion scale (T = 79) indicate chance of suicidal PSY615: Week Two Counseling-Based Personality Assessment Scenario
tendencies. She may withdraw from personal relationships and struggle with separation, which
links to her depression.
Perceptions of Environment and People
Jane’s elevated scores on Fears (T = 77) and Anxiety (T = 80) indicates that she does not feel safe
or comfortable in most environments.
Reaction to Stress
Jane’s elevated D1 subscale and low ego strength indicate that she is not able to cope well with
stress, even under normal circumstances. Jane likely reacts to stress by withdrawing and isolating
herself from the stressors.
Self-Concept
Jane’s score on Low Self-Esteem (T = 89) is evidence of low ego strength and a poor selfconcept.
Emotional Control
Jane seems to have a lack of emotional control with her depression. She appears to be struggling
with feelings of hopelessness and despair. Elevations in level of depression should be monitored,
particularly if the elevations extend over a long period of time.
Interpersonal Relationships
In addition to her depression, Jane’s score on Social Introversion (t = 79) indicates she is aloof,
ruminative, and withdrawn. Other indicators include elevated scores on Familial Discord (T =
72) and Family Problems (T = 83), which supports the evidence that she may have turmoil in the
family.
Psychological Resources
Jane has attended college and appears intelligent. She has some satisfaction with work, so she
knows that she is successful on some level. Her high score on Negative Treatment Indicators
(TRT, T = 85) coupled with depression may indicate a negative attitude toward therapy.
Social Dynamics
Jane’s parents are divorced and her home life was likely filled with conflict and dissention. Her
parents were highly critical, which may be the source of her isolated introversion, anxiety, and
depression.
Diagnostic Impressions
Jane’s MMPI profile indicates that she suffers from major depressive disorder and she is at risk
for suicidal tendencies. Jane may also have a bipolar personality and problems with mental
processes, but she does not appear a danger to others at this time. PSY615: Week Two Counseling-Based Personality Assessment Scenario
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The client is a 32-year-old, single white female who was previously admitted one year

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• 1505977107-Counseling Based Personality Assessment Scenario.pdf