Learning Objectives

By the end of this chapter you should be able to:

1. Explain evidence based counseling strategies, based in motivational, cognitive and dialectical behavioural techniques and skills, and apply them in practice to promote the well being of individuals.
2. Use the five foundational skills in MI (open questions, affirmations, reflective statements, summaries, provide advice and information) to enhance client engagement in treatment.
3. Design trauma-informed interventions that will be more effective with trauma-based behaviour and will support individuals in developing emotional distress regulation and highlight the importance of safety.
4. Discuss the underlying concepts of principles of counseling and demonstrate awareness of how these are played out in practice