Shea AndrewsAssociate Counselor, MS, LAC (she, her)

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My ideal client presents with issues such as worry, stress, and hopelessness and has problems with emotion regulation. The client appears stagnant, as their issues have become so debilitating, that they are unable to attend to their schooling or work. Their needs consist of developing healthy coping skills, challenging negative thought patterns, and gaining insight into their current problems. Despite the client’s hopelessness, they appear motivated and goal-oriented. They want to work through their struggles to have a better life for themselves and live a life aligned with their values. I would help the client by establishing goals for therapy. I would build rapport with the client so they can begin to work through their distrust of others. I would utilize art therapy in sessions for the client to develop a sense of trust. I would also describe the four models of DBT, and begin introducing the skills I feel are most appropriate.

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