"Beginning Diagnostic Assessment" Video
Chapter 4- Individual Psychology
In this video, the counselor begins the session by reviewing the information provided by the client, for clarity. Following this initial communication, the counselor focuses on what it is occurring in the client's life and her current feelings. During the clip, the client mentions overcoming a divorce and constant communication with her family. When the client discusses her communication with her family, she mentions an amusement park and seeing herself as the person that likes to go on roller coasters. As the counselor ask few questions for clarification, he ties her current actions with her past role, as the eldest of four. While the client does not seem to have an "aha" moment, she does seem to agree that her role of being the eldest has greatly impacted her. She views herself as the individual that always had to be the responsible one or the person that constantly had to set an example by leading and achieving.
This clip is a great video for demonstrating how the beginning diagnostic should be constructed. It shows the importance of family roles, the incorporation of current thoughts and self views. All of which are important components in Individual Psychology. The clip also demonstrates the importance of getting to know the client first before making any suggestions or large connections.
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