Topic 1: Initial Assessment in Counseling {by 10/15}
Based on the text readings and lecture recording due this week consider the following two discussion points: (1) Share your understanding on why it is important to get an accurate understanding of the client’s problems early in therapy (i.e., intake/early sessions). (2) Understandably, especially as a beginning therapist, the thought of assessing suicide can be anxiety provoking. Share a few of your initial concerns when (not if) you are confronted with a suicidal client. (Keep in mind, you will learn a lot more about responding to suicidal clients in future classes and on your practicum/internship.)
(3 – Prepare for Class [do not blog]) You will notice on my website (Class Lectures & Recordings) a short video “Assessment Review Introduction,” “Assessment Review Reflection Questions” template, and five assessments. Please review these questions and the assessments before class. You do not have to complete these assessments before class, but you can if you want. In class, we will complete these assessments and discuss them based on the reflection questions.
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