Suzette Case Study

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Suzette’s historical concerns about therapy not working for her and feeling judged by her previous therapists, will need to be considered for our therapeutic alliance. I will need to build rapport with Suzette through active listening and empathetic words. Our goal as a team will be to create a safe environment for Suzette to feel like she is in a secure and safe place to express her feelings and thoughts without judgment. Periodically, I will check in with Suzette by asking her “Do you have a positive view of therapy and

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