Example Of Case Conceptualization Paper

Presenting Problem(s):

Lisa is adjusting to her new living situation. She expresses that she made the move to Pittsburgh from San Diego because she has more support in Pittsburgh. She explains that she would like the therapy to be more resource based so she can stay on top of the changes happening in her life. When asked what she would like to get out of the counseling session she said she would like reassurance that she is doing the right thing.

Assess your client in terms of developmental theories (Piaget & Erikson are required),

As a 37 year old woman she is formal operational stage according to Piaget. I believe she thinks about her life choices on a level that looks at how it will affect the people around in her life. She takes her son’s thought and feelings into considerations but continues to view him as a child- incapable of expressing what will make him happy. I believe Lisa was in stagnation stage according to
She is the middle child of four children. Her behavior may stem from her childhood. Lisa was comfortable giving up everything to move back with her mom so i wonder what about that relationship makes her feel so secure. She spoke about how her mother and her little sister will help her with her son but she doesn't take into account how they have to change their lives to accommodate her moving to pittsburgh. It seems as if the family supports her dependance. She speaks of all the good that will come with moving back to pittsburgh but i don't think she rationalizes the struggles that come as well. When I asked her about anytime that was rough while living with her mother she over steps it with a cliche answer. I wondered if her reaction was because of the newness in our relationship. She has a tough exterior and did not open up right