Dysfunctional Relationships Case Study

Ms. Smith reported severe sexual abuse by her biological father, between the ages 6-12. She attempted to advise her

Client has a lack of social support network. No information regarding Alex's childhood, adolescence has been provided. Client mentioned that her father died of a heart attack to Dan but indicated that he was alive but later on we find out that he actually did die of a heart attack. She never discusses her family she was more into her lover’s family. There is no information regarding family history of mental illness, or substance abuse disorder.

years old and feels responsible for it. Since the death of his aunt, he has irrational fear of abandonment and being alone. Since this incident, the client has been

FAMILY HISTORY OF MENTAL ILLNESS: The client reports that when he was two months, his father named was Edward. The father got into an accident that he went to his ex-girlfriend house that lead into an argument and the ex-girlfriend end up murdering the father. Meanwhile, the mother was at prison when this happen and the mother never went to claim Antwone Fisher once she was done with

The client is a 24-year-old white female who states she was raised by her biological mother and father until he was age 12, when her parents divorced. The client

is 8 year old Caucasian male who has a younger brother. He was taken from his biological parents who was on drugs thus client B. suffers from intense abuse and neglect. He and his brother was left with his father’s mother who had a schizophrenic diagnosis years of neglect and abuse. He had been to five foster homes over a 5 years period and to each he was abused physically, emotionally, mentally and sexually. Client B. has no friends and during the time in the foster homes, his biological mother would only call to say she is trying to getting him back. Client B. is now adopted by a new parents and is now living in a caring environment but he is still struggling with mistrust issues, hurts, and low-self-esteem and anger issues. His adoption parents is very concern and want to see him become less distressed and open to the care and love that they are sharing. Client B. has developed some medical issues which was of concern to the medical provider was called in children services to check in on

The intervention that was implemented was the invitation for the father to participate in the therapeutic sessions with his son and ex-wife. I explained the client’s recent behavior and the subsequent admittance to my agency. I clarified that the client’s behavior worsens after their divorce which is evidenced by the increased disciplinary infractions he received at school. The client also became more combatant and argumentative with his mother and siblings as reported by them. I proposed the idea of meeting for a family therapy session to uncover the cognitive reasons behind the

Client’s parents were never married and ended their relationship when her mother was still pregnant with her. The client has 6 siblings. She has not had contact with her father and does not know where he is located. Her mother has refused to discuss him with her. Her mother has had several different live-in boyfriends. Client and her siblings have been in foster care on

The writer transport the consumer from Common Ground to her home in Brownstown. The consumer did not want to stay at Common Ground because she want to save her marriage. The consumer report that her sister was recently diagnosis with cancer and died about three week ago and she took her sister death really hard. The consumer admit to drinking and doing a lot of yelling at her husband. The consumer states that she was really close to her sister and her death came as a surprise to the family. The consumer states that she lost her mom and dad a few years ago and her sister the only real family she had left. The writer did advise the consumer to follow up with her outpatient provider to see if they offer grief and loss therapy groups. The consumer

The client is aware of her emotions and how they affect her relationship with her husband and children. Her awareness of her unstable mental health situation will be useful later when these emotions are addressed in counseling.

Six years ago Brandon disclosed to his mother that his biological father had sexually abused him between the ages of 4-6 years old. Brandon’s mother instantly contacted their local law enforcement, and his father is now serving prison time due to his assault.

The client is grateful to have a supportive family. Being one of eight, he and his siblings are fairly close and have good relationships. The client mentioned a family history of drug and

Your client is a young man who has been the victim of a violent crime and as a result has become estranged from his family and is currently living in a shelter.

The client is a 17-year-old African American male, born in Texas. His primary language is English. The client lives with his mother, father, and 10-year-old brother. He said his childhood was happy. His father is an accountant. His mother is a stay at home mom. Client stated there is tension between him and his mother, because of his bad grade and for not finishing his daily chores at home. He said his relationship with his father is not good. He never says anything about his grades at school or his chores at home. He reports a good relationship with his brother. No history of incarceration or legal issues for the client or his family members. Neither client nor family members have a record of mental health treatment or treatment

The client name is Johnny. He is an eight-year-old, low SES African American male. He identified himself as Black. He lives with a seven-year-old stepbrother and mother in an independent home in inner city of Milwaukee. The client was referred to intensive outpatient unit by his mother due to suicidal / homicidal ideations (almost daily), impulsive / disruptive behaviors and mood instability both at home and school. Mother was also worried about his sexualized behaviors towards brother, cousin and peers. The client’s behavioral and emotional problems started at the age of four. He has multiple inpatient admissions over the past three years (Mom believes at least five admissions). The client had a multiple trauma history including sexual and