Psychotherapy, Clinical Interventions, and Case Management Flashcards
during this stage, actively build rapport and determine why treatment was sought; informed consent is obtained, boundaries and expectations for treatment are set, and limits of confidentiality are discussed
Engagement
during this stage, define the client’s presenting problem, identify collateral contacts to fill information gaps, outline the client’s strengths and weaknesses; address safety, medical, ethical, and self-determination needs
Assessment
during this stage, client and social worker develop goals and objectives, setting a timeline for treatment
Planning
most clinical work is done during this stage; treatment modalities are used to address treatment goals; client mobilizes their support network to make progress and change; treatment progress is tracked using client self-reporting and ongoing clinical assessment
Intervention
during this stage, client’s progress is assessed; document subjective and objective indicators of progress and determine if goals have been met and if new goals should be made
Evaluation
this stage signals the end of treatment; social worker and client agree that goals have been accomplished and that clinical service is no longer needed; client should be afforded the opportunity to reflect on the treatment process; address termination and provide resources
Termination
the result of specific focus and purposeful effort; should specify what is to be accomplished during treatment and should directly relate to the presenting problem
Goals
specific actions that lead to the completion of therapeutic goals; results in specific, measurable outcomes that directly contribute to the achievement of the overall goals
Objectives
used for planning therapeutic goals, naming that goals should be Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound
SMART Goals
tension in the relationship increases; victims claim that their partners are angrier and unable to handle stress; victim tries to appease abuser by being accommodating and nurturing, though they may be met with verbal attacks; victim often downplays or takes blame for their partner’s rage
Phase 1: Tension Building (Cycle of Violence Theory)
violence is more likely when stress levels rise; which frequently precedes the explosion phase; a significant act of violence (physical or sexual assault, threat of harm, verbal abuse) happens in this phase
Phase 2: Violent Episode (Explosion Phase) (Cycle of Violence Theory)
abuser expresses regret, makes a commitment to change, and downplays the abuse; this allows the cycle reoccur and often keeps the relationship going
Phase 3: Remorseful/Honeymoon (Cycle of Violence Theory)
therapeutic process of consciously and carefully listening to a client; reflecting back their feelings in different words; fostering a sense of trust, understanding and deeper thinking
Active Listening
therapeutic method of showing a client that their circumstances, responses and feelings are valued and understood; establishes rapport and sets the stage for a supportive relationship
Empathy
drawing clients into the helping relationship by connecting oneself to them
Engagement
therapeutic strategy of asking questions that force clients to elaborate, explain and steer the conversation; cannot be answered with yes or no questions
Open-Ended Questions
therapeutic method used to address what they may not see in themselves or need to change; e.g. distorted thinking, negative behavior patterns, ineffective communication
Confrontation
therapeutic strategy of assisting clients in finding significance in their actions and thinking; aids clients in gaining an understanding and pinpointing the impact of their decisions and experiences on their present circumstances
Interpretation
therapeutic technique of using different words to re-phrase client statements
Paraphrasing
process of extending on and echoing what clients share; helps clients to identify treatment-related problems, gain greater comprehension and connect their ongoing behavioral patterns
Reflection
the process of acknowledging and confirming a clients’ feelings
Validating
helping a patient change their perspective on a problem or behavior
Reframing
therapeutic process of consolidating client progress, outlining indicators of improvement, and highlighting areas for future development
Summarizing
role defined by working closely with individuals, families, and small groups by providing support as clients navigate their social systems
Micro Social Work Roles
ensures that others receive the same rights and benefits as the rest of society
Advocate (Micro)
connects clients with services to improve their capacity for social and emotional interaction
Broker (Micro)
locates, provides, and oversees services for a client
Case Manager (Micro)
treats clients with psychosocial issues by using psychotherapy methods
Counselor (Micro)
provides information and education as an intervention
Educator (Micro)
neutral party who assists individuals in resolving conflicts between people or within families
Mediator (Micro)
works to fortify or build connections between people or societal systems
Networker (Micro)
role defined by focusing on interventions with groups and organizations
Mezzo Social Work Roles
oversees and is accountable for an organization
Administrator (Mezzo)
promotes social change by uniting key players and fostering communication to meet shared objectives
Facilitator (Mezzo)
assists in settling conflicts both within and between groups or organizations
Mediator (Mezzo)
creates, develops and launches new programs or improves those already in place
Program Developer (Mezzo)
role defined by focusing on systemic causes of social injustice at the large-scale community, national, state, and international levels
Macro Social Work Roles
focuses on locating and enhancing community resources to improve social ties, foster self-determination, and develop self-governance
Community Developer (Macro)