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PD V. Counseling
Competency 85:
Make constructive therapeutic responses when the client’s behavior is
inconsistent with stated recovery goals.
Knowledge
XX Client behaviors that tend to be
inconsistent with recovery.
uX The client’s social and life circumstances.
uX Relapse prevention strategies.
uX Therapeutic interventions.
Skills
uX Monitoring the client’s progress.
u Using various methods to present
inconsistencies between the client’s
behaviors and treatment goals.
u Reframing and redirecting negative
behaviors.
u Using appropriate communication and
intervention strategies.
Attitudes
XX Recognition of the importance of
continued support, encouragement,
and optimism.
uX Perseverance during periods of treatment
difficulty.
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