Self-Harm in DBT: Assessment and Behavioral Analysis
Key Points
- The therapist is curious about the specific reasons that led the client to seek help for self-harm, aiming to understand the underlying events that prompted them to take action.
- It is important to assess the client’s ability to perceive and interpret social dynamics accurately, questioning how they determine that their self-harm is wearing on their boyfriend.
- The therapist is mindful of the potential impact of the client’s self-harm on the therapeutic relationship.
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