This week’s readings focus primarily on confrontation, when to use it, and what it should look like from a counselor’s perspective. This can include the “here” and “now” experience, challenging client beliefs, and even taking action (Geldard & Geldard, 2012). Each of these forces the counselor to be present, understanding the entirety of the client’s struggles and how they may be contributing to them.
Using your knowledge from prior readings, courses, and experiences, give examples of appropriate and inappropriate feedback statements towards a client. At what specific instance would it be best to offer this information and how? In your response, consider problems that may arise such as cultural misunderstandings, transference, or countertransference and how to avoid them.
References:
Geldard, K., & Geldard, D. (2012). Personal counseling skills: An integrative approach (1st rev. ed.). Charles C. Thomas.
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