Discussion Post: Establishing the Therapeutic Alliance
While social work practice makes extensive use of behavioral and social science theory, Weinberg (2016) and Corey, Corey, and Corey (2019) raise questions around the ethics of using deficit-based diagnostic and treatment modalities, which may pathologize clients and diminish the true complexity of their lives and circumstances. On your own, do some brief reflexive writing on the following question: How would you go about getting to know a client during your initial contact?
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.