Evaluating how effective therapy is can be tough, especially when comparing short-term and long-term goals. Let’s break it down:
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Measuring Progress:
- Short-term Goals: Some quick fixes might seem like they work, but they don’t really go deep.
- Long-term Goals: It can be hard to see real changes over a long time.
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Client Involvement:
- Short-term: Clients often start off really excited but might lose interest quickly.
- Long-term: Keeping clients motivated and engaged for a longer time can be difficult.
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Therapist Skills:
- Therapists need special skills to help clients keep making progress over time. Not everyone has this expertise.
Possible Solutions:
- Create clear ways to measure progress over the long term.
- Build strong relationships with clients to help them stay motivated.
- Provide ongoing training for therapists to better support clients for the long haul.