ISSA Nutritionist: Unit 12 Flashcards
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Ask your client which limiting factor they would like to address first. Suggest a few options if needed.
Do
Ask them for their input and ideas on how to start working through that limiting factor.
Do
Ask questions that get them generating their own solutions.
Do
Help clients explore their own resistance, curiously and without judgment.
Do
Provide suggestions and guidance.
Do
Help with problem-solving, planning, and strategizing.
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Make them feel like they are in control of their own change process.
Do
Give them “principles” to work from, e.g., “Eat the rainbow” or “Use your hand for portion sizing.”
Do
Treat each client as a unique individual. (Even if their story is familiar.)
Don’t
“Should” your client.
Don’t
Tell them what to do outright. (Unless you are absolutely sure your client will like and benefit from this approach.)
Don’t
Assume you know the best solution to their problem. (You might, but hang back and let them start figuring it out.)
Don’t
Lecture, preach, or “information dump.”
Don’t
Be the boss or unquestioned “expert.”
Don’t
Try to “convince” or argue.
