Assignment task:
When discussing discharge planning, termination refers to the planned ending of the therapeutic relationship between the counselor and the client. It should ideally occur when the client has achieved their goals, reached a plateau in progress, or when the counselor determines that further sessions are no longer beneficial. "Counselors terminate a counseling relationship when it becomes reasonably apparent that the client no longer needs assistance, is not likely to benefit, or is being harmed by continued counseling" (ACA, 2014). Referral involves recommending or directing a client to seek additional or alternative services outside of the counselor's scope of practice or expertise. This could include referring a client to another mental health professional, a specialized treatment program, support groups, or community resources that better suit the client's needs. Lastly, abandonment occurs when a counselor abruptly ends the therapeutic relationship without providing the client with appropriate referral options or without ensuring the client's ongoing care needs are met. Discharge planning should involve collaboration between the counselor and the client to assess the client's progress, needs, and goals for the future. Counselors should help clients identify and access appropriate resources and support systems that can assist them after termination, whether it involves ongoing