BT08 Short Course 09 - The Influence of the Human Services System - Les Blondino, MEd

Description:

Today, prudent therapists learn not only to influence client's interactions within their natural social context, but also influence their interactions with the helping system. In this workshop, the problematic relations between helping and family systems and strategies to change them will be described. Three areas will be explored: 1) humanistic approach to services; 2) correcting the family hierarchy; 3) boundary building.

Educational Objectives:

1. To list 12 strategies for building empathy, tolerance and compassion within the helping system for clients.
2. To list five strategies to establish more protective boundaries for clients in their relations with the helping system.

*Sessions may be edited for content and to preserve confidentiality*