Discussion Topic

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

What type of verbal and non-verbal behaviors do you feel help a client become comfortable with sharing their personal information and presenting problem during an interview or assessment?

Assignment Content

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper discussing the role of the clinical interview in the assessment and treatment process in psychotherapy that includes the following:
– Describe the setting for assessment and treatment.
– Explain how to build rapport during the clinical interview.
– Identify the skills necessary for a successful interview.
– Describe the role of case conceptualization in diagnosis and treatment planning.

Include a minimum of two sources.

Format your paper according to APA guidelines.

Submit your assignment.

Textbook:
Sommers-Flanagan, J., & Sommers-Flanagan, R. (2016). Clinical interviewing (6th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons.