CASE STUDY -Student are select a character from a novel/film TV show who has experienced loss and grief (either the loss of a significant other or a significant aspect of themselves/their own life). They are to simulate the first two therapeutic session.

Describe the presenting issues for the client,

Describe how you would engage and connect to this client.

Explain your thoughts and ideas around contracting and case planning what are your goals and objectives for the clients and the therapy process?

What might theoretical ideas inform and support your therapeutic process?

What intervention would you consider using (please provide rationales)?

What obstacles can you anticipate/ might arise?

How would you potentially work to overcome these?

What strategies for self-care might you employ?

-Analysis of this clients grief and loss experiences forms part of your written analysis?