Preliminary Phase Practice Assignment
Write an introductory paragraph discussing your initial thoughts feelings about the
Rodriguez Case Study. The last sentence is to be a thesis sentence explaining that the rest of the
paper is describing your preparation for your first visit with the Rodriguez family.
Interview Preparation
Describe how you will prepare for the interview.
Purpose and Outcomes
Discuss what you hope to achieve during this interview.
Who, What, Where
Discuss who you want to be present at this initial interview and the reasons for their
presence. Discuss where you would like the interview to occur and the reasoning behind your
choice. Describe was forms or documents you want to bring with you, if any.
Safety and Support
Discuss any concerns you have about safety. Discuss the supports in place (supervisor,
coworker, police, etc.).
Potential Obstacles and/or Assets
Address the factors that may be operating to help or hinder the interview (personal
feelings or fears, presumptions, client physical or mental impairment, cultural considerations,
workload, etc.)?
Tuning In
Discuss how you believe you will be able to develop some initial empathy for the family
members’ feelings and concerns.
PRELIMINARY PHASE PRACTICE ASSIGNMENT 3
Conclusion
Provide a summary of the paper and your conclusions about starting to build a therapeutic
