Developing a Helping Relationship

This guide covers the use of helping skills by the practitioner from the initial intake interview with the client through termination of the relationship. Specifically, you will be able to define and apply the helping skills, construct open- and closed-ended questions and identify a client's needs, strengths, and barriers. In addition, the chapter covers helping clients in establishing long- and short-term goals and using this as a foundation of an action plan.