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5. Questions for Young People Viewed as Reluctant or Resistant (“Mandated” Clients)
How can you get out of coming here?
What would convince your teachers/parents that you no longer need counseling?
What would your teacher (OR parent/judge/probation officer) say needs to happen?
What will I need to say or write to the court to convince them that you no longer need counseling?
What are you willing to do to make that happen?
Who suggested that you talk to me?
Why do you think they suggested it?
What makes them think you need counseling? - Do you agree with them?
Would you be interested in finding ways to get your teachers and parents off your case?
What have you found helpful to keep your others from hassling you as much about this? [Insert the client’s
own words into questions when possible—hassling, yelling, being picked on, etc.]
How can I help? - What can I do to help you?
What are you willing to do differently to help your cause?
What would be the first small step you could take in that direction?
What would be the first small sign that would tell your teacher/parent that you are making progress and
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