Treatment Planning with the Client

Treatment Planning with the Client

Discussion Question 1 – DUE TODAY

Why is it important for the client to collaborate in the creation of the treatment plan? Who owns the treatment plan? What if your goals are different from your client? Provide an example to support your response.

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

11) Tailor helping strategies and treatment modalities to the client’s stage of dependency, change, or recovery.

77) Facilitate the client’s engagement in the treatment/recovery process.

DIscussion Question 2 – DUE MONDAY OCTOBER 1

Are culturally sensitive treatment plans possible? Why or Why not? How does the developmental stage of the client influence the treatment plan? Please include at least two scholarly journal articles in your posting.

This discussion question meets the following CACREP Standard: 2.F.5.h. Developmentally relevant counseling treatment or intervention plans.

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

12) Adapt treatment services to the client’s level of cultural and language literacy, acculturation, or assimilation.

68) Understand and recognize culturally appropriate stages of change and other signs of treatment progress.