1) One effective observation I made was the clinician's skillful use of questioning. He
consistently asked probing questions, enabling the client to identify and prioritize the key issues
she wanted to address. By encouraging the client to generate solutions through these questions,
the clinician empowered her to take an active role in her own therapeutic process.
2) I believe that building rapport through relatability could have been beneficial. I've found that I
connect better with clients when I bring my own personality into the interaction, rather than
adhering strictly to a formal demeanor.
3) The clinician displayed adeptness in guiding the client towards setting achievable objectives.
He emphasized the importance of keeping goals realistic and attainable, preventing the client
from becoming overwhelmed or setting herself up for disappointment. Additionally, the clinician
assisted the client in developing action plans tailored to her capabilities, ensuring her objectives
remained within reach.
Part B:
1) At my placement, there is a client who consistently struggles with punctuality, frequently
arriving late for various commitments. To address this issue, a goal I would establish for the
client is to consistently attend meetings and group sessions on time.
2) To support him in achieving this, I would collaborate with the client to create a daily schedule
that includes alarms or reminders on his mobile device to help him manage his time effectively.
3) Progress in meeting this objective would be evaluated not only by tracking instances of
punctuality but also by analyzing instances of tardiness. Specifically, we would assess whether
he is gradually reducing the duration of lateness, indicating an improvement in his time
management skills. I would create a MCQ for the client to track progress