This course is based on techniques drawn from Rational Emotive Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Cross Cultural Counseling and Short-Term Brief Strategic Therapy. It will assist therapists and social workers to increase their communication skills, develop a framework within which to work with challenging clients, enhance their levels of competence, and reduce levels of stress and anxiety.
Program Highlights:
- Principles and assumptions
- 12 guidelines for the experienced or beginning counselor or social worker
- Core competency skills
- Cultural dynamics
- Empathy
- Techniques and styles
- The dynamics of establishing and maintaining rapport
- Mirroring and marching
- Listening skills
- Interviewing skills
- Six key adjectives
- Three ‘must use’ questions
- Core Strategy
- The Outcome Frame
- Self-care
- Count your Blessings
- Circles of Excellence
- Reduce stress