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Essay / Adlerian Therapy Case Study 2 - 975
The focus would be on understanding the client as a whole rather than just the concerns that initially brought them to counseling. By maintaining a sense of curiosity through active listening and genuine interest in the client, I would encourage them to share more about themselves. As part of his lifestyle assessment, we would explore his family constellation and ask questions such as: "What were you like as a child?" and “What was your relationship with your siblings and parents?” More appropriate questions for Juan would be: "How did your parents' experiences as immigrants impact your childhood?" » and “Should you act differently from your siblings based on your gender?” This information will provide a better understanding of how his family shaped his values and his perception of himself and others. During interpretations, I would work with Juan to get his perspective and make sure the interpretations are correct. I can say, "I wonder if you've lost interest in some of your hobbies because you're worried that your family will think you're not focusing enough on school," and then give Juan the opportunity to share your thoughts on this.