Chapter 6 - Intervention Planning

Question 1

Engagement Stage

Answer 1

Determine why treatment was sought, why now, the parameters of the helping relationship, and expectations for treatment

Question 2

Assessment Stage

Answer 2

Gather information from client to define the problem and potential sollutions

Question 3

Planning Stage

Answer 3

Common understanding of clients preferred lifestyle –> goal formulation –> specific action steps agreed upon as well as timelines for implementation and review

Question 4

Intervention Stage

Answer 4

Client must bring attention to issues that arise that could threaten goal attainment. Progress based on clients report must be tracked and plans adjusted accordingly

Question 5

Evaluation Stage

Answer 5

Subjective reports and objective indicators examined to determine when goals/objectives have been met and whether to set new ones

Question 6

Termination Stage

Answer 6

Client should reflect on achievements and determine what supports are in place if problems arise

Question 7

Examples of Client cultural strengths

Answer 7

Supportive Family/Community
Community and cultural events
Faith and spiritual/religious beliefs
Multilingual capabilities
Healing practices and beliefs
Participation in rituals 
Dreams and aspirations

Question 8

Cultural considerations with interventions

Answer 8

Individual vs. group treatment
Alternative treatment approaches
Medication (western, traditional, alternative)
Family involvement
Location/duration of intervention