Grand Canyon University Therapy Relationship Communication Skills Discussion

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What are some key things you would do in your first session with a client to get the therapy relationship started in a positive way? Be sure to include a least five communication skills from your text and discuss why they are so critical. How does the client’s culture impact the skills used as you develop the relationship? Include at least one scholarly reference in your response.

This discussion question is informed by the following CACREP Standards:

2.F.5.f. Counselor characteristics and behaviors that influence the counseling process.

2.F.5.g. Essential interviewing, counseling, and case conceptualization skills.

5.C.2.j. Cultural factors relevant to clinical mental health counseling.