1) In 250 words
Identify and explain current strengths and weaknesses in the foundational clinical skills.
After identifying those strengths and weaknesses:
Provide some reflections about the reasons you believe these particular skills are strengths or weaknesses at this time and how you might work on these skills during residency.
Use your reflections to create three goals you would like to accomplish.
2) Role Playing
Attending and Reflecting is an important part of the therapist’s toolkit. For practice, listen/read to this brief statement by Rose, a client, and respond as you would in a clinical session. Be sure to use headers under each statement.
Express in writing the way you would demonstrate Attending Skills (body language, tone of voice, and facial expression), and Paraphrasing Content of what was heard.