Clinic Reflection

The writer met with the patient to immediately address his non-compliance with his counseling sessions since last week and his multiple AWOLs. According to the patient, he said, " It's a lot that is going on, Charlene...Like, I don't know what to do." The patient went into detail that his "wife" whom he claimed even though they are engaged is currently incarcerated for identify theft and robbery. She's sentenced for 6 years and the patient informed the writer that he is done with the relationship. The patient appeared sadden and frustrated with the most recent events. In addition to this, the patient reports that his "wife" stole $15,000 from him and only left him with $800. Please note, the patient was teary-eye and was preventing himself from showing his emotions. Denies any recent relapses.
Furthermore, the patient has 30 days from 8/15/2017 by medical recommendation to engage in mental health services. The patient again admits to not doing anything to seek enrollment due to his busy schedule and ensure this writer that he plans to call ICRC or Wheeler Clinic to engage in treatment today. Due to the patient arriving late to his session, the writer was unable to conduct a full session as the patient need to be medicated. The patient was advised that he is scheduled to see the writer tomorrow at 11am and then will have to attend the non-compliance group at