Take a step back and, through the lens of your education to this point, work to
conceptualize the big picture. Consider the influence of all the information in Part
I. Consider how it has all culminated and impacted who your client is and their
world view. Within that context, consider the problem they presented with for
counseling and address each of the following elements:
Describe your understanding of the problem
Describe your observations of the client
Describe your impressions of the client
Describe any factors contributing to or reinforcing the problem
Describe the purpose of the client’s behaviors
Describe themes and patterns that emerge or connect
Describe barriers to growth and coping
Describe strengths, assets, protective factors, and signs of resilience