Assignment Overview: Your colleague seeks consultation regarding a 17-year-old f
Assignment Overview: Your colleague seeks consultation regarding a 17-year-old female client named Sarah, brought to therapy by her concerned father. Sarah has a history of self-harm and alcohol use but has shown signs of positive coping lately. She enjoys reading “Girl in Pieces” but faces challenges with her father removing items he deems negative from her room. The email is below.
Subject: Consultation Request for Client
Dear [Colleague],
I hope this email finds you well. I am reaching out to request your expertise and guidance regarding a client I am currently working with.
“Sarah” is a 17-year-old female client who was brought to therapy by her concerned father. She has a history of self-harm and alcohol use, but recently, she has been exhibiting signs of positive coping, such as active participation in sessions and utilizing journaling as an outlet. However, she is facing challenges with her father’s actions, particularly his habit of removing items he deems negative from her room, including things like song lyrics, books, and her journals.
One specific concern I have is regarding Sarah’s interest in reading “Girl in Pieces.” While I understand that literature can sometimes provide a sense of validation and understanding for individuals struggling with similar issues, I am unsure about the potential impact of this particular book on Sarah’s well-being. Additionally, I am seeking guidance on how to address Sarah’s father’s actions and their potential impact on Sarah’s therapeutic progress.
I would greatly appreciate your insights and recommendations on how to approach these issues with Sarah and her father. Additionally, if you have any suggestions for alternative therapeutic techniques that may be beneficial for Sarah in this situation, I would be eager to hear them.
Thank you in advance for your time and assistance. Your expertise is invaluable, and I am grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with you on this case.
Warm regards,
Jane Smith, LCSW
Instructions:
Part I
*******Analysis of Media Consumption (10 points):
Research the book Girl in Pieces to understand its plot and themes.
Share your initial thoughts on whether teens consuming media that discusses self-harm, such as this book, is a positive coping skill or a glamourization of a serious problem. (10 points)
Evaluation of Parental Actions (10 points):
Consider the measures taken by Sarah’s father to control her environment.
Assess whether his actions are appropriate and discuss the potential impact on Sarah. If you find his actions inappropriate, propose how you might address these concerns with him. (10 points)
Review of Scholarly Articles (10 points):
Locate and review two scholarly articles related to treating self-harming behaviors in teens.
Discuss whether your research supports or opposes your initial opinion and explain how this research impacts your clinical advice for your colleague. (10 points)
Suggestions for Therapeutic Techniques (10 points):
Identify and describe two alternative therapeutic techniques for treating self-harming behaviors in teens based on your scholarly articles and additional resources if desired. (10 points)
Email Summary (10 points):
Compile your findings and responses into a professional email format addressed to your colleague. This should integrate all the aspects discussed above, without being a formal paper. Ensure clarity and coherence in your response. (10 points)
APA Citations (5 points):
Include a reference page with APA-formatted citations for your scholarly articles. Ensure proper formatting and accuracy. (5 points)