8/31/2023 EnchantaVaughn Approved Behavior: Upon arrival, client appeared to be in a great mood, as evidenced by her upbeat spirit and energetic demeanor. Client seemed very excited to see her counselor and initiated conversation right away. Client communicated positive affirmations regarding her day stating she was thankful to have such a strong support system that cared enough about her to go out of their way to help her achieve her goals everyday. Behavior: Client cooperated with counselor during role play and communicated that she understands how her past behaviors have negatively affected her. Client’s guardian communicated with counselor that she likes the idea of engaging in role play with client because she feels client would better understand negative versus positive social behaviors. Intervention: QMHP related the session to being able to express feelings appropriately and continued to provide positive reinforcement for client appropriate behaviors and acknowledged her efforts with building rapport and sharing her experiences without shutting down or displaying an episode. QMHP utilized active listening as information was conveyed. QMHP communicated with client on displaying appropriate control around others. Intervention: QMHP interacted with client by playing games and talking about her strengths and attributes so that client is more confident in herself. QMHP commended client for her participation and honesty. QMHP encouraged client not to hesitate to ask questions if she is confused about anything she was experiencing during the visit. QMHP educated client that most children her age are not as mature as her and that alone gives her an advantage and confirmation that she’s headed in the right direction and to believe in herself. Response: Client did not display any difficulties or complications in response to playing games. Client is seen laughing and interacting well with her counselor. Client displayed appropriate conversation. Client responded to feedback and shared some of her own experiences with dealing with adversity in all areas of her life. Client appeared to be learning from her mistakes and correcting them throughout the day. Client responded well to praise. Client was receptive as QMHP demonstrated and defined the meaning of empathy. Response: Client actively participated with QMHP as they discussed and processed her responses and opinion. Client responded well to the support provided by QMHP. Client was receptive and open to the interventions, as she was attentive and focused on the information and activities that were being processed without any difficulties. Client appeared to have a clear knowledge of the interventions.