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SELF-REFLECTION 1 Intake Interview: Self-Reflection Daniel Barclay School of Behavioral Sciences, Liberty University Author Note Daniel Barclay I have no known conflict of interest to disclose. Correspondence concerning this article should be addressed to Daniel Barclay. Email: dsbarclay@liberty.edu

SELF-REFLECTION 2 Abstract This paper thoroughly analyzes my strengths and weaknesses that were observed during a counseling intake session with a simulated client. Notably, I successfully initiated the session by articulating the limits of confidentiality and skillfully transitioned between assessment topics, demonstrating my ability to provide meaning to the client's information. However, weaknesses, such as falling short of the expected time requirement, lacking empathy in responding to deep disclosures, and struggling to invest authentically in the simulated individual, are also identified. My plan for improvement involves self-reflection, supervision, and training to address time management and empathic responses, incorporating mindfulness practices, and embracing a person-centered approach. Additionally, I delve into my observations as a fake client, highlighting the challenges of maintaining authenticity and the surprising ability to improvise responses. Overall, my narrative underscores the importance of attentive skills, non-verbal cues, and continuous improvement in delivering client-centered counseling services.

SELF-REFLECTION 3 Intake Interview: Self-Reflection Strengths Firstly, something that I saw that I did well was to get the limits of confidentiality stated at the beginning of the session. I also explained that everything the client said would be used solely for the assessment or therapeutic benefits except for information that fell into one of those three limitation categories. I believe I was able to do so in a way that did not negatively affect the tone of the session or our new relationship. According to one researcher, informed consent is the number one most important aspect of ethically attending to the needs of modern patients (Vikas et al., 2021). Knowing that I can do that well is reassuring as I enter this field. Another strength I saw when watching this intake is my ability to transition naturally into each new area of assessment. I naturally used transitional phrases and sought out a natural progression of topics without them being seemingly random. This was not an easy task to accomplish due to my use of specific questions I had written down and a specific sequence of questions I was adhering to. Considering my discomfort, I think I was able to transition from one topic to the next quite seamlessly. Lastly, the third strength that I witnessed in this intake session was giving meaning to the information the client was providing me. I was able to reflect meaning back to the fake client as though they were a real person. Counselors often play a crucial role in facilitating this process and supporting clients in finding meaning in their lives, so I found it to be beneficial that I was able to utilize such a therapeutic technique in such a formal, non-relational context such as this intake that was meant for something other than therapeutic benefit (Thomas et al., 2014).

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SELF-REFLECTION 4 Weaknesses One weakness that stood out to me was my inability to meet the expected time requirement. After only roughly 30 minutes, I felt completely out of questions for this individual. I had exhausted all the points that I believed to be crucial to the intake process but still came quite under the time expected for this process. Throughout the two subsequent intake sessions done by the other two individuals in my triad, I was able to see that I simply did not take each topic to a deep enough level. This would have dragged out the session longer and allowed me to better assess all areas of this individual’s life. The second weakness that stood out to me was my inability to empathize with the deep information that the client was giving to me. In one moment, the fake client was talking about the difficulty they were having with their wife, and I came across as potentially dismissive by saying one-word responses such as “great” or “wonderful.” While this session was not therapeutic in nature, I still ran the risk of dismissing the traumatic experiences of the client being assessed. Lastly, the third weakness of mine that stood out to me throughout this session was my lack of caring for this individual in general. Knowing they were not a real person, I found it very hard to be invested and to intuitively navigate this conversation. Couple that with the very specific types of information that I was trying to get from this individual, and what I saw and remember experiencing was a very inauthentic and forced conversation overall. Plan for Improvement In response to these identified weaknesses, I have outlined a plan for improvement. To address the time management issue, I will engage in self-reflection to understand why I fell short

SELF-REFLECTION 5 of reaching the required session length. Additionally, seeking supervision and participating in training sessions will enhance my questioning techniques, enabling me to delve deeper into each topic and extend the duration of future sessions. To improve empathic responses, I will focus on honing my active listening skills through practice and training. Participating in empathy-focused exercises and exploring relevant literature will deepen my understanding of clients' emotional states, even in simulated scenarios. To foster authenticity and connection, even when dealing with fake clients, I will incorporate mindfulness practices into my sessions, allowing me to be more present and focused. I will seek to use more person-centered therapy techniques such as empathy and congruence (Yao & Kabir, 2023). Embracing this person-centered approach, I will aim for more natural and genuine interactions, seeking feedback from supervisors and peers to align my counseling style with authenticity while meeting session goals. This tailored plan emphasizes my commitment to continuous improvement and delivering client-centered counseling services, ensuring that even in sessions with fake clients, I can provide a more comprehensive, empathetic, and authentic experience. Client Experience Observations It was my experience that pretending to be someone else was harder than I imagined it to be. I believe that a lot of my own personal beliefs and idealized attributes made their way into the life of the character I was attempting to portray more than I intended. I also found it quite difficult to come up with answers to questions on the spot. At the same time, I was shocked at my ability to make up answers to questions from the perspective of a fake person. I was able to come up with answers to questions I did not see

SELF-REFLECTION 6 coming and give information on the spot that had not existed before this assignment. I am unsure whether to be concerned or amazed by that. Ultimately, the aspect of playing the role of the client that stood out to me most was the importance of taking a deliberate approach and dedicating sufficient time to reflect on and attentively listen to each response. My partner's calm and naturally expressive communication style had a reassuring effect on me, serving as a reminder of the significance of our attentive skills and non-verbal cues. This was something she did much better than I did, and I realized this when I was the client after performing my intake as the role of counselor. To me, this emphasized the role that these aspects of therapy play in alleviating any anxiety our clients might be experiencing.

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SELF-REFLECTION 7 References Thomas, L. P., Meier, E. A., & Irwin, S. A. (2014 ). Meaning-centered psychotherapy: a form of psychotherapy for patients with cancer. Current psychiatry reports, 16(10), 488. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11920-014-0488-2 Vikas, H., Kini, A., Sharma, N., Gowda, N. R., & Gupta, A. (2021). How informed is the informed consent? Journal of family medicine and primary care, 10(6), 2299–2303. https://doi.org/10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_2393_20 Yao L., Kabir, R. (2023). Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian Therapy Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK589708/

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