As a result, client internalized these thoughts, feelings, and emotions. He grew up thinking that he was a disappointment to his parents and everyone around him, as he always failed to please them. Client began to doubt himself and every decision he made, as he was afraid of the outcome and how others would perceive it. Growing up, the client would prefer when decisions were made for him, as he did not have to hear any criticism from the people around him if the outcome was not what they expected. These included decisions about the family and himself. This affected the client’s self-esteem and self-worth, as he would never feel confident about anything he did as he was always told he never did anything right.
Furthermore, although the client became aware of his sexual orientation at a very young age, he disregarded those thoughts. Due to the constant criticism by his stepfather regarding his mannerism and being told he was not
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More focus would be paid to the client’s strengths and abilities, as these would be highlighted to promote hope that change can happen. This will be a very important part of treatment, since change only occurs when clients begin to believe in themselves. This will also empower the client and allow him to feel more in control of his anxiety, which will lead to more effective decision-making.
Systemic Variables
The client grew up in a family in which male gender roles where emphasized. This played a big role in the way he communicated and expressed himself, because he was always criticized and shamed when he was being himself. As a result, the client was always afraid to express himself or stay true to whom he was. Furthermore, religion also had a big influence on the client as this was used against him and his sexual orientation, making it extremely difficult for the client to accept
The focus would be understanding the client as a whole person rather than just the concerns that initially brought them to counseling. By maintaining a sense of curiosity through active listening and genuine interest in the client, I would encourage him to share more about himself. As a part of his lifestyle assessment, we would explore his family constellation and ask questions such as, “What were you like as a child?” and “What was your relationship with your siblings and parents?” Questions more tailored to Juan would be, “How did your parents’ experiences as immigrants impact your childhood?” and “Were you expected to act differently than your siblings based on your gender?” This information will lead to more insight to how his family has shaped his values and his perceptions of self and others. When making interpretations, I would work with Juan to get his perspective and make sure the interpretations are correct. I may say, “I wonder if you have lost interest in some of your hobbies because you are worried your family may think you are not focusing enough on school” then provide Juan an opportunity to share his thoughts on this
My natural response to the client is to smile and engage in comical banter, which would not be beneficial during treatment. This could be due to transference, since the client’s humor, mannerisms and stature remind me of my closest friend growing up. This might explain why the client triggers a heightened emotional response within this worker, whether it be of laughter or irritation. Because my old friend is homosexual, I find myself assuming the client is also gay. This perception would undoubtedly upset the client, since he has proclaimed his attraction to women on multiple occasions over the past year.
For this client system assessment, I have chosen a client I engaged with while at work, my client’s name is Keith. Keith is 34 years old and has had many unfortunate circumstances surrounding his life, beginning with his birth. Keith’s family system consists of himself, his mother and two step siblings. Keith was unfortunately the product of a rape, witnessed repeated domestic abuse situations with his mother’s boyfriends and husbands, was abused himself and to this day, Keith continues to suffer in all domains: emotionally, mentally and physically. I will assess Keith’s family system as well as Keith as an individual utilizing Erikson’s Psychological Stages of Development, Bowman’s Family System Theory and Marcia’s Identity Status Model.
As stated by Collins (2007), the privacy and openness to discuss intimate issues can stimulate vulnerability with the client. Another ethical issue with this theory can be a growing dependence with the counselor. An additional ethical issue with this therapy is for the client to know his or her vulnerability regarding emotional or sexual needs when it comes to counseling a client (Corey, 2007). An additional ethical issue for the Individual Psychology therapy is that there may be some confusion as times to what is to happen in the counseling
The client must be an active participant, recognizing their own freedoms to struggle with the choices they are about to make in their own therapy. They are not to resist therapy or the four ultimate concerns. They must not hide in their own safe haven but come out into the world and face their demons. They must not blame fault on anyone or anything other than themselves. (Wilson, 2014)
...ationship with involuntary clients necessitates the development of a ‘mindful holding environment’ in order to promote client well-being. The identification, acknowledgement, and use of the resistance that arises in a mandated therapeutic relationship to engage the client in treatment participation is essential for helping him/her work on the problems affecting their ability to realize goals, as well as, liberate themselves from oppression. Similarly Teitelbaum stated (1991), “ The best we can do as analysts is to try particular interventions that follow from different formulations, assess their impact and be flexible to shift our technique in face of the continual changing dynamics presented by the patient” (p. 128). In the same vein, meeting clients where they are ensures readiness for treatment approaches set forth and solidifies the therapeutic relationship.
It could also be overlooked in the assessment stage. Since a large number of LGBT individuals have experienced a hate crime (Sue D. & Sue D., 2013, p. 480), the individual may lack trust at the beginning of the counseling relationship. When an individual feel that they have been born in the wrong body, the DSM diagnosis is known as gender dysphoria. Gender dysphoria is considered a mental disorder even though they share similar struggles as the gay and lesbian groups (p. 475). There may be personal bias with the counselor and/or the individual. If the bias isn 't recognized and identified, it could create a barrier to the relationship and therapeutic relationship (p. 482).
People inherently have the power to solve their own problems and come to their own solutions. Clients are expected to play and active role in their own change by being open to expressing their problems,creating goals and ultimately evaluating their progress. Clients often use stories to explore their problems in preparation for deciding which goals they want to set and subsequently accomplish. Each client has specific issues and life experiences which the goal should reflect. Clients are expected to put great effort into discovering a desire that the client has deep convictions about and will commit to putting in the work it takes to change behaviors that are no longer working in their life. When the client discovers what they want to be changed it can become their goal. The goal needs to be important to the client and not something that someone else wants them to change. When ...
The process of problem solving includes identifying the client’s problem or problems, identifying the client’s strengths, identifying the context in what he or she lives, and identifying any cultural aspects that influence his or her life. Because it is important to identify these things correctly, the human service professional should develop a strong client/helper relationship with the individual to truly understand his or her needs. Once this is discovered, the professional can determine the best method of treatment for the issue whether it stems from emotions, beliefs, or behaviors (Woodside & McClam,
To explain, the client should not be inferior to the counselor; the environment should be two people discussing an issue and ways to make a difference. A therapist should occasionally share similar experiences; therefore, sessions should make clients feel comfortable. To add, the client should feel safe due to the positive atmosphere the therapist brings to the session. The goal is to finally give the client a chance to be heard, regularly people are muted and feel like they are insignificant to society. Similarly, to Person-centered therapy where communication with the client is unconditionally positive. The therapist needs to genuinely care about the client needs for them to fully express themselves successfully. Furthermore, clients should be encouraging to make their own choices which model how to identify and use power responsibly. Hence, this will help the client feel more confident in everyday life when making a meaningful
One in five Americans, approximately 60 million people, have a mental illnesses (Muhlbauer, 2002).The recovery model, also referred to as recovery oriented practice, is generally understood to be defined as an approach that supports and emphasizes an individual’s potential for recovery. When discussing recovery in this approach, it is generally seen as a journey that is personal as opposed to having a set outcome. This involves hope, meaning, coping skills, supportive relationships, sense of the self, a secure base, social inclusion and many other factors. There has been an ongoing debate in theory and in practice about what constitutes ‘recovery’ or a recovery model. The major difference that should be recognized between the recovery model and the medical model is as follows: the medical model locates the abnormal behavior within an individual claiming a factor that is assumed to cause the behavior problems whereas, the recovery model tends to place stress on peer support and empowerment (Conrad and Schneider, 2009). This essay will demonstrate that the recovery model has come a long way in theory and practice and therefore, psychological well-being is achievable through this model.
Furthermore, my goal is to let client fix their problems on their own through insight and guidance from the therapist. I envision a successful therapeutic process being when a client follows their goals and achieves positive outcomes in their lives. I seek to gain a therapeutic process with my clients by building rapport, trust, and helping them gain insight. When my clients are stuck and need motivation, I plan to remind them about their goals and the positive things that will come with change. If family is important to a client, informing the client about their family and their happiness may help motivate them to continue to
...p their own solutions to problems. Clients may need some guidance, education, or direction depending on their abilities and how the therapy is going. It is then that I want to be able to help them feel more empowered and recognize that they can make changes with effort on their part.
Carl R. Rogers theorized that through providing a certain kind of relationship with the client, one in which empathy, unconditional positive regard and congruence were present, the client would “discover within himself the capacity to the relationship for growth, and change and personal development” . As a counselor empathy is essential as it allows me to enter my clients internal frame of reference, while still retaining a problem-solving stance. Entering the client’s internal frame of reference means I must consider the emotions and thoughts of the client, it is similarly vital not to get lost in the internal frame of reference as this creates the distinction between sympathy and empathy. Unconditional positive regard, also called acceptance is essential as it plays a role in creating a helping relationship in which the client feels safe to express any negative emotions or thoughts, while being...
There are few circumstances counselors have to oblige when dealing issues from clients. Counselors have to be trustworthy; this is a fundamental to understanding and solving issues. Counselors have to keep information gathered confidential and restrict any disclosure of information to anybody. Clients voluntarily seek help to counselors for therapy or any kind of help they need. Hence as a counselor it is important to respect their clients’ self-government and ensure precision in information given. Commitment of a counselor plays a big role in a therapy. It is not ethical for a counselor to neglect a client such that the client’s well being is not taken care of. It is also important for counselors to have a fair treatment with all their clients. No matter how each client will be, there must not be any form of judgment, which will cause any form of unfair