Treatment Planning Process Analysis

First, screening the potential client is the first step in establishing rapport and the opportunity to provide needed emotional support and guidance, with the client in mind. The professional assemble forms for screening, research and analyzes referral source, and determines if programs are adequate to arranging the appropriate intake. Most important, screening the client is a process completed by the professional/counselor, client or significant others explore and attempt to attain a comprehensive understanding of the client's past/current situation, symptoms, and other available information which determines the most appropriate initial course of action to take.
Next, the assessment tools, purpose helps the counselor collaborate with the client and others together to interpret information, necessary for planning and evaluating the clients progress. Also, assist in identifying the strengths, weaknesses, and needs for the development of the treatment plan. Preliminary treatment begins with the use of focus interviews, record reviews, and testing to implement a treatment plan. The initial beginning is
Next, the treatment plan is an ongoing assessment, which the counselor and the client reviews, modifications, regularly reviews, and any changes requiring amendment. “The clinical planning process plays a major part in the screening and assessment stage, which includes a plan or referral to the appropriate treatment services were certain areas where access is unavailable” (Sacks, 2008, pg. 8).

Reference:
Sacks, S. (2008). Brief overview of screening and assessment for co-occurring disorders. International Journal Of Mental Health And Addiction, 6(1), 7-19.