ELPI PSYCHOLOGY CLINIC
The initial session.
In your first session, we will cover key foundational topics to ensure a supportive and effective therapeutic process.
This will include:
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Confidentiality & Consent – We will discuss the limits of confidentiality, informed consent, clinic policies, and boundaries within the therapeutic relationship.
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Clinician Background – I will review my credentials, education, work experience, and therapeutic approaches.
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Your Background & Support System – We will explore relevant health history, family dynamics, relationship patterns, and sources of support.
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Emotional Well-Being & Coping – We will identify your current concerns, symptoms, self-care strategies, emotional regulation methods, and triggers.
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Therapy Goals & Structure – We will clarify your therapy objectives, session frequency, and potential barriers to progress.
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Safety Planning – If needed, we will address concerns regarding self-harm, suicidality, trauma history (without requiring disclosure of details), and abuse.
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Values & Meaning-Making – We will discuss your core beliefs, religious or spiritual influences, and sources of personal meaning.
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Referrals & Psychoeducation – If beneficial, I will provide psychoeducational materials or refer you to other professionals.
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Strengths & Growth Areas – We will highlight your personal strengths and qualities while identifying areas for development.
This session will lay the groundwork for our therapeutic
work together, ensuring a collaborative and client-
centered approach tailored to your needs.
Have any further questions? Reach out to Elpi Psychology Clinic.