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Toula Body Language Study

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To build a rapport with Toula I would introduce myself and identify any of the first impression interest. Letting Toula know the confidentiality code of conduct, what it means to her and what my role is .I would also let Toula know that she is welcome to ask questions at any time she needs to .I would encourage Toula to open up by validating her feelings and experiences .Building a positive relationship by identifying any of the possible barriers that may affect her communication and using the body language technique will allow Toula to feel more comfortable and relaxed. By using the technique of paraphrasing it will allow Toula to hear what she has said and know that you are interested in what she is sharing with you.
When beginning to assess Toula it is important to assess which developmental stage she is at, this will help by giving me insight on the tasks and issues she may be dealing with, it will also determine the language and communication styles I will use. By adopting a sensitive cultural approach it will allow Toula feel …show more content…

Toula is 18 year old female who is living with her parents. Toula has completed year 12 with outstanding results. Toula has been offered a place in two different universities to study Medicine .one is in Wollongong and the other in Sydney .Toula would like to move to Wollongong but has some serious concerns as how to approach this with her parents who have told her she is not allowed to move out of home until she is married or they will kill her.
Toula has no understanding on how the system works and what is available to her financially if she moves out of home. She was told by the student counsellor that she could be eligible for a scholarship and that she could apply for the student loan scheme. Toula did not receive any more information as she left the session early because she felt uncomfortable as the male counsellor was difficult to work with and kept looking down her top which gave her the

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