Bens treatment plan

Ben’s Treatment Plan Your Name Subject and Section Professor’s Name February 10, 2024 1 Strengths, Abilities, and Challenges 1 Strengths: 1 Talented artist with a creative outlet. 2 Motivated for change and sobriety. 3 Demonstrates openness during therapy sessions. 4 Previous completion of inpatient treatment. 2 Abilities: 5 Proficient in artistic skills. 6 Engaging in the therapeutic process. 7 Experience with inpatient treatment provides a foundation. 3 Challenges: 8 History of untreated anxiety. 9 Multiple instances of substance misuse and relapse. 10 Legal issues related to substance possession. Family dysfunction affecting overall well-being. 2 Cultural Factors 4 Description: Ben values independence and holds a Christian background, although currently distant from spiritual beliefs. Cultural identity may influence treatment perspectives. 3 Stage of Change 5 Current Stage: Preparation/Action – Ben is motivated for change, having recently completed a 30-day inpatient program. He is mandated to continue with outpatient services. 4 Building Therapeutic Alliance 6 Strategy: To build a therapeutic alliance with Ben, the approach includes… * Active listening and validation of experiences. * Empathetic engagement. * Emphasizing strengths and talents. * Utilizing motivational interviewing techniques to support his motivation for change. 5 Client’s Long-term goals 1 Ben's long-term aspiration is to overcome the cycle of substance use and manage his anxiety, aiming for a life where he can say, "I haven’t been able to be sober long enough for that," as a statement of his past, not his present. 2 Ben's motivation appears to be rooted in a desire to break free from the chaos that substance use has introduced into his life (Roe et al., 2021). His acknowledgment of untreated anxiety since childhood and its significant impact suggests a deep-seated need for stability and peace. 3 Reflecting on his ...