Blessed are those who find wisdom, those who gain understanding Proverbs 3:13
When talking with a client recently I reminded myself, once again, that the client is the expert on their own treatment plan. They come to a counselor with some specific goals, needs and requests, but ultimately, they “drive the bus”. I am an invited traveler on their journey, and I will make observations, suggestions and comments, but at the end of the day, the client drives the bus (treatment plan).
This is as it should be. I have been invited into their journey as an observer, guide, support, even as one to challenge certain decisions. But the client directs the outcome and goal of treatment. As the counselor, I am simply privileged to be a trusted partner in the journey.
That’s all for today folks, just a simple reminder for us all!
Prayer: Lord, thank you for the privilege of being on the journey with my clients, Amen
Reflections of a Counselor 