Interviewing the Challenging Client: Scripts and Solutions
Interviewing the Challenging Client: Scripts and Solutions
In this course, Dr. John Sommers-Flanagan defines the “challenging client” and provides specific techniques for reducing resistance and enhancing collaboration during a clinical interview.
About this course
In this course, Dr. John Sommers-Flanagan (University of Montana) provides a definition and explanation of who the “challenging” client is. He offers suggestions for thinking about clients and therapists in non-blaming ways. In addition, he articulates a number of specific techniques for reducing resistance and enhancing collaboration during a clinical interview. The course concludes with a short Q&A session with workshop participants.