Write Your Own Dialogue Where A Helper Addresses A Client

Write Your Own Dialogue In Which A Helper Addresses A Clients Issue W

Write your own dialogue in which a helper addresses a client's issue with a change technique of your choice from the REPLAN model. Clearly state the skill you are using and briefly explain your use of it. Make sure to follow the guidelines for the skill that are provided in the book. Choose a skill from the book from the E, P, L, A, or N sections of the REPLAN model (Chapters 9 and 10). Do NOT pick from the R section, and do NOT pick countering. Remember, the previous rules still apply: collaborative not prescribed, keep it simple, don't add unnecessary skills/dialogue, etc. based on chapter 10.

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In this dialogue, the helper employs the "Elicit-Provide-Elicit" (EPE) technique from the "E" section of the REPLAN model, which focuses on engaging the client in dialogue to promote understanding and autonomous change. This skill involves first eliciting the client’s own thoughts or feelings, providing relevant information or reflection, and then eliciting again to check understanding and promote client insight (Miller & Rollnick, 2013).

The dialogue begins with the helper asking an open question to understand the client’s perspective on his smoking habit, which encourages the client to articulate his feelings and thoughts. The helper then provides information about the health benefits of quitting smoking, framed in a way that aligns with the client's values. Finally, the helper elicits the client’s reactions to this information, inviting reflection and fostering motivation.

Helper: "Can you tell me how your smoking fits into your daily routines or your feelings about health?"

Client: "Well, I smoke when I feel stressed or bored. I know it's not good, but it's hard to stop."

Helper: "It sounds like smoking is one way you cope with certain feelings or situations. Quitting could help reduce stress or improve your health overall." (providing information)

Helper: "How do you feel about what I just shared? Does that perspective make sense to you?"

Client: "Yeah, I can see that. If quitting will help me feel better physically and reduce my stress, maybe I should try."

This dialogue demonstrates the use of the EPE technique, emphasizing collaboration and respect for the client’s autonomy. It allows the client to explore his own motivations and barriers while gently introducing useful information to facilitate change. This approach aligns with the principles discussed in Chapter 10, which advocate for collaborative and person-centered communication to foster motivation and readiness for change (Miller & Rollnick, 2013).

References

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