Person-Centered Approaches
Person-Centered
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Developed by
Psychologist, Carl Rogers
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Evidence-based practice
Core Principles
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Unconditional Positive
Regard
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Congruence
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Empathy
Do we have to
agree with our
clients to show
unconditional
positive regard?
Nope!
The important thing is that we
will still be there for them
regardless of their actions. This
is why we hold them in
positive regard, despite their
words, actions, or experiences.
We are merely the GPS. We
can show them a dozen
different paths, but they can
choose which to take.
How do we show
congruence?
By:
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Being genuine
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Being authentic
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Being honest
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Being relatable
Empathy is:
The ability to pull
something from inside
yourself in order to relate to
someone else’s
experiences.
Ways we
can be
person
centered:
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Motivational Interviewing
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Reflective and active listening
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Being trauma-informed
Harm Reduction
Common
Questions:
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Director of Nursing at recovery center:
What do we do if a client
leaves treatment to use?
Part of meeting a client where they are means
recognizing that they may not be ready for treatment.
You can speak to them if they are comfortable and
willing, but if not, give them information on harm
reduction options. You cannot force them to stop using,
but you can guide them to options that will allow them
to do so safely until they are ready.
•
Rape Crisis Counselor: How do
we navigate harm reduction when
abstinence-based models are
often used in treatment?
It is imperative to offer options. Some people do better
when they are completely abstaining from substances,
whereas some can eventually go on to have a drink
without relapse. Regardless of our own thoughts, our
clients deserve the autonomy to learn for themselves.
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Homeless Outreach
W
orker:
Isn’t Harm reduction just
enabling them?
Not at all! Harm reduction are things
we practice in everyday life already,
such as wearing sunscreen at the pool
or hiking boots in the mountains. You
cannot stop the behavior, but you can
mitigate risk such as the spread of
diseases like Hepatitis C and limit the
number of overdoses.
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Housing Case Manager:
How can we help those
with
serious mental
illness
when they refuse
to take meds or seek
help?
We cannot force them. We often see this due
to many reasons, such as stigma,
transportation, or not feeling as though they
need help. This can be frustrating for a case
manager to navigate, but ultimately, it is not
our decision. Explore alternative options, like
telehealth, a church leader, or creating a
safety plan with people to contact when
things feel out of control.
Why is harm
reduction person-
centered?
Harm reduction gives
the client control over
their own life.
When have you been
person-centered?
Person-Centered Approaches, developed by psychologist Carl Rogers, focus on core principles like Unconditional Positive Regard, Congruence, and Empathy. These principles emphasize being genuine, authentic, and empathetic towards clients to create a supportive and understanding environment. The approach values meeting clients where they are at in their journey and guiding them towards positive outcomes.
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Person-Centered Approaches with Krystal Ellison and Kelly Swan
What are What are Person Person- -Centered Centered Approaches? Approaches? Developed by Psychologist, Carl Rogers Evidence-based practice
Core Principles Unconditional Positive Regard Congruence Empathy
Do we have to agree with our clients to show unconditional positive regard?
Nope! The important thing is that we will still be there for them regardless of their actions. This is why we hold them in positive regard, despite their words, actions, or experiences. We are merely the GPS. We can show them a dozen different paths, but they can choose which to take.
How do we show congruence? By: Being genuine Being authentic Being honest Being relatable
Empathy is: The ability to pull something from inside yourself in order to relate to someone else s experiences.
Ways we can be person centered:
Director of Nursing at recovery center: What do we do if a client leaves treatment to use? Common Questions:
Part of meeting a client where they are means recognizing that they may not be ready for treatment. You can speak to them if they are comfortable and willing, but if not, give them information on harm reduction options. You cannot force them to stop using, but you can guide them to options that will allow them to do so safely until they are ready.
It is imperative to offer options. Some people do better when they are completely abstaining from substances, whereas some can eventually go on to have a drink without relapse. Regardless of our own thoughts, our clients deserve the autonomy to learn for themselves.
Not at all! Harm reduction are things we practice in everyday life already, such as wearing sunscreen at the pool or hiking boots in the mountains. You cannot stop the behavior, but you can mitigate risk such as the spread of diseases like Hepatitis C and limit the number of overdoses.
Housing Case Manager: How can we help those with serious mental illness when they refuse to take meds or seek help?
We cannot force them. We often see this due to many reasons, such as stigma, transportation, or not feeling as though they need help. This can be frustrating for a case manager to navigate, but ultimately, it is not our decision. Explore alternative options, like telehealth, a church leader, or creating a safety plan with people to contact when things feel out of control.
Why is harm reduction person- centered?
When have you been person-centered?
