Yommala had called the Supervisor for assistance as the patient was emotional during her counseling session. The patient wanted to seek medical attention at the ER and reports of no SI/HI. According to the patient and Yommala, this patient is currently in a DC situation with her ex-boyfriend, whom continue to harass the patient the clinic’s premise. The patient was advise that the clinic would contact 911 if the harassment should continue and for the patient to also contact the police department in her local town as well. During the session, the patient changed her mind about going to the ER but wanted to see mental health provider immediately rather than waiting about two weeks. It was recommended for Yommala to assist the patient with seeking a sooner appointment, like today to see her therapist if applicable. After this encounter, Yommala updated the Senior Counselor about other problematic issues with the patient, referring to her DCF case and stresses in her personal life. Yommala briefly discuss her plan to help her patient with her current dilemma.…
I- CM inquired if client obtained his psychotropic medications from the VA. CM continued to assess client’s mental health and medication compliance. CM informed client that his assessment appointment with Laurie Garza, from LAMP VASH, was changed from 3/25 to 3/24. CM inquired if client attended all of his medical appointments at the VA. CM informed client that his six months in the program was approaching. CM informed client that an extension may be granted for him, only if client proves that he has a plan and is definitely working towards his housing goals.…
Ms. Marsha Geddings contacted the Client Assistance Program pertaining to her meeting with her new counselor on Thursday, September 15, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. I reviewed Ms. Geddings’ case and I would like to obtain some additional information from the Lexington Area Office. The Client stated she has some anxiety about her meeting to develop her IPE. I am getting the impression from the case notes that the Area Office Supervisor has and is continuing to address the Client’s concern by reassigning the case to a different counselor. I only have a concern about Ms. Geddings’ willingness to address her anxiety.…
Ms. Suazo (40yo) DOB 9/26/1977 met with Ms. Ijelu to conduct her intake assessment on 10/12/17 at 3:30pm. Ms. Suazo entered Rose McCarthy Shelter with her three children Gheistim Sanchez (21yo) DOB 4/17/1996, Lorna Bonilla (14yo) DOB 8/20/2003 and Deiby Zelaya (6yo) DOB 7/15/2011. Client stated that she became homeless because she was living with a sister but was unable to stay there due to overcrowding when her children came from Honduras decided to move to the United States.…
In the first meeting with the client and the family members, the writer would start the session off by engaging with each member and introduce his role as a social worker and getting to know their names. The writer would then review the information provided in the intake application. This information allows the writer the chance to gain an understanding of Maria’s history, her needs, and the reason for why she ended up in counseling. This can help the writer in his assessment and treatment plan because by understanding the needs and history of the client the writer can then eliminate the behavior which in Maria’s case can be multiple different behaviors. In addition, the writer would also gain an understanding of the family dynamic to determine…
Today I will briefly summarize two-counseling models and theories (i.e., client centered and Adlerian therapy). The two-model theories will apply to this case study regarding Jack and his alcoholism. I will provide you with strengths and weaknesses pertaining to the two-counseling models and/or theories and the one I would suggest for Jack’s specific situation. In addition, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) has become a prevailing disorder within military personnel. The fact is these individuals cannot forget the traumatic experiences during their time spent…
Unfortunately, there is a commonality that each treatment provider is faced with a client that only has one single issue. However, in this example, the client has more than one issue ranging from substance abuse to mental illness to homelessness. The provider will then need to determine if the client will need additional assistance with other issues that may be outside our scope of practice. For example, if the provider is working in a substance abuse treatment program the primary focus is helping the client to stop using drugs and/ or alcohol. As the client is no longer supposed to use substances or drink, the client can no longer reside in an environment where substances and/or alcohol are being used; this can become a trigger for the client and risk the client’s sobriety and recovery. This client is now homeless and will need assistance with housing. As the client continues in sobriety the treatment provider may notice that the client appears to be struggling with mental health issues that have not been previously diagnosed; this client will now need to be referred to a mental health provider for further evaluation and possible medication management. The provider has been made aware of these arising situations through communication and effective listening skills while interacting with the client in the group and individual therapy process. The provider will need to be aware of the client’s verbal and non-verbal cues as the clients’ affect may be incongruent with the current situation. The provider will also need to be aware of the client’s cultural issues as treatment may cause the client to have stigmatization within his or her family…
Primary Counselor met with Pt. for his first individual sessions after his readmission from the program. Counselor greeted him and he explained to this writer his desire to develop a positive therapeutic relationship. Counselor and Pt. discussed her recovery progress; possible side effects due to his prescribed methadone medication and current emotional status. Pt. explained that his current prescribed 40 mg of methadone isn’t working as expected because he gets really tired at the end of the day. Pt. stated, “I would like go down in a future.” Pt. reported that he is a married, white male whom recently bought a house in the Rehoboth area. Pt. stills married and his wife is a teacher. Pt. verbalized that he is currently living with his wife…
In order to be effective, counselors should have a working knowledge of the differing personality types, as well as how behavior models work. Dr.…
As I have gained experience over the years working and volunteering in the mental health field, I have come to the realization that I have an overwhelming passion for working with individuals in need of social, emotional and physical support. If I were given the opportunity to become a DFPS Statewide Intake Worker, my greatest challenge would be ensuring that the children and adults in the home are receiving the appropriate love and attention that they need from their caregivers. As a family oriented individual, I believe that success begins in the home. My goal as a DFPS worker would be to help ensure that the people in need and their family can be successful, even in the most difficult situations. By successful, I am referring to the family receiving the support and resources they need from the community.…
Intrinsic health, mindful and present centered, act of service and act of work on oneself, recognizing duality…
Self-assessment is a way by which we can learn more about ourselves, what we learned from master of public health program, because self-assessment helps us developing our career goals as a future master of public health graduate.…
Counsellors deal with wide diversity of cultures, religion, language, lifestyle, and values of people. In order to counsel effectively, a therapist must recognize his own value system to have respect for human individuality and freedom of choice. When a counsellor assesses his own values, he can begin to positively assist the client in developing alternatives for problem solving.…
After having completed the supervision in counseling practicum, the lessons have taught me of how to be an effective, culturally sensitive and ethnical counselor. Each session helped me work through the skills needed as counselor as well as my personal value issues to further develop my counseling skills.…
My aim is to examine the important role and impact of the initial induction process on myself, and most importantly how it helped me in the creation of my Personal Development Program (PDP). According to Schön., it is important to be equipped with the knowledge to perform duties in a way that is expected and deliver satisfactory services. He asserts that skilled practitioner shows a form of knowing in practice and this gives the proposition that they know more than they say. Usually, professionals reveal the ability to reflect on their intuitive knowing amid an action. They often use this capacity to deal with unforeseen and contending situations. These skills which experts possess come because of long-term experiences and interaction with…