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Chrysalis Year 1 - Essay 3

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Why is the initial consultation so important? What factors will an ethical therapist cover at this time? Maggie Romain-CHELM1A 13 In this essay I am going to look at the importance and purpose of the initial consultation between the client and the therapist and what happens during this preliminary session. I will also cover the ethical definitions that will need to be explored and established, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of both the client and therapist. Hypnotherapy refers to an “interaction between two people, one of whom is identified as the hypnotist, the other as the subject” (Heap and Naish) The …show more content…

This is known as a dual relationship. Importantly, you can check their medical history with them and whether they are currently on any medication, particularly antidepressant or anti-psychotic medicines. You will ask them questions about their family history and whether there are any areas that are causing them concerns at this time or in the past. Do they have a partner or children and have they have ever been involved in a committed relationship breakdown? What are the names and ages of important people in their lives? Are there any issues in their lives that have an impact on their motivation or self esteem? Are they experiencing any problems at work or in any close relationships or any other particular problems? If they are seeking hypnotherapy for the relief of any physical symptoms the therapist must ensure that they have already contacted (or will contact) a medical practitioner before undergoing hypnotherapy as it must be stressed to the client that we are not medical practitioners. Of course the environment in which you are conducting your practice and the facilities offered will be very important

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