into assets. Gerard Egan writes‚ “Indeed‚ the goal of helping is not to solve problem‚ but to help the troubled person manage them more effectively or even transcend them by taking advantage of new possibilities in life.”(p.5) The model prescribed by Gerard Egan in his book‚ cited below‚ describes the skills needed to work through the three stages. Stage I: Exploration An experienced and skilled counselor is aware of the fundamental truth that concerns his all clients: Gerard Egan writes‚ “In the
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Agenda From the creative and imaginative brainstorm‚ the helper may want to ask questions that check the “reality” and the ideas that have discussed earlier. Forrest (2009) suggests that the helper discusses with clients of the pros and cons of different possible options and challenges any “gap” to assist clients to identify what is significant to them. The helper engages clients to explore the “good” and “not so good” about change. The helper assists clients to set the agenda to focus discussion on
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Counselling for the Professions Assignment 2 Monash University Clayton Introduction The purpose of this exercise was to implement learnt skills throughout the semester‚ and apply them into a real counseling situation with a client. By being able to record and watch our first counseling experience‚ it allows us to constructively criticize and analyze our counseling techniques. Additionally‚ this exercise also allows us to practice counseling ‘essentials’ such as SOLER
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Within this assignment I will explore the ways in which I relate to others. I will identify any barriers or difficulties which could affect my ability to relate to others and therefore have an adverse effect on my role as a helper. Egan (1994) states that to be a fully developed helper‚ a key component is self awareness. He also suggests that there can be a “shadow side” to helping‚ which can adversely affect the outcome of the helping process. Sanders et al (2009‚ p.69) examines the importance of
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not just of what is said‚ but of body language‚ vocal tone & actions that speak non-vocally‚ as a helper I show an interest in the helpee’s concerns and wellbeing‚ giving them my undivided attention and actively listening for the duration of our time‚ doing this helps to makes the helpee to feel respected‚ valued‚ accepted and reassured. I am mindful
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Stages of an interview Interviews require the use of skills – for example‚ careful listening‚ noting nonverbal cues‚ monitoring the progress of what a client is saying while participating and taking notes‚ and require careful planning and preparation. A counselling interview (taken from ICCS Diploma of Counselling Participants’ manual) is structured by a number of phases in the session. They are: * Phase 1- Arrival (5 mins) * Phase 2- Connecting (10 mins) * Phase 3- Exploring the client’s
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relationship between the professional and the patient/client which aims to help the client get through difficult situations and encourage the client to overcome their issues. Gerard Egan’s 3 Stage Skilled Helper Mode 1994‚ provides a basic guideline on how helping relationships should be carried out. It is important that helpers take into consideration the steps provided in the Egan’s mode as it provides structure and positive support to clients. The 3 stages are: 1. The Present Scenario 2.
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Case Study 2 Reflection is a method used in clinical practice‚ where one expresses the experiences from a given situation‚ thus helping to learn and improve skills by applying the knowledge gained for future practice (Cottrell‚ 2011 and Schon‚ 1984). It is my intention to use Driscoll (2007) model of reflection to present my understanding of the issues I faced during a recent presentation to the medical centre. This case study involves a reflective account of a patient that I provided care for
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Placement Self Assessment Assignment This essay is a reflection of my journey during placement. The essay will allow me to reflect on my learning outcomes‚ development and contributions l made during the placement. According to Reid (1993‚ p.3)‚ “Reflection is a process of reviewing an experience of practice in order to describe‚ analyze‚ evaluate and so inform learning about practice”. Furthermore Nash (1999) explains that deep thoughts are involved in the process of reflection‚ both looking
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acquired though life experiences before becoming a counsellor. These skills are known as transferable skills and they are an important element to any career as these skills can be developed throughout life creating a more effective learner and a more skilled individual (University of Cambridge‚ 2010). However it is argued that the skills acquired throughout life differ from those that can be used in therapy. The skills used in therapy have to be identified‚ understood‚ learned and practiced repeatedly
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