Identify the two major categories of common factors that affect ...

[nramada]

Identify the two major categories of common factors that affect treatment success at the individual level, and give examples of each.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Describe the process of becoming an informed client, including what questions one should ask and what information should be sought.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Answer to Question 1

- active treatment ingredients improve outcome for client's - these include enhancing self-control, gaining mastery of symptoms, practicing new skills, exploring and gaining insight into problems, experiencing ongoing successes and reinforcing them, and receiving therapist feedback
- process variables are general treatment ingredients that improve outcome for clients - these include placebo effect, therapist experience, warm and respectful therapy environment, reassurance, effective therapist-client interactions, and catharsis

Answer to Question 2

- be sure to ask what is your fee and whether your insurance covers this fee or some portion of it
- ask if a sliding-scale fee for those with limited financial resources or multiple dependants is available
- find out what should be expected during the first session and what type of assessment procedures will be used
- ask the nature of the type of therapy and limits
- issues related to informed consent and confidentiality need to be explored
- ask what types of problems are specialized in and theoretical orientation
- confirm the status of the provider such as license and board certification
- ask about location, hours, and policy for speaking with clients after normal business hours
- finding the right therapist involves asking many important questions and identifying someone that best fits your personal needs

[nramada]

Thank you!

[zacnyjessica]

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