Asked by Croilen Lorenzo on Apr 23, 2024
You are working with a client and notice the majority of the conversation is spent discussing issues not related to food, eating patterns, or nutrition. What should you do first?
A) Summarize the areas of concern providing any nutrition information related to the issue.
B) Explain the advantages of meeting with a psychotherapist.
C) Acknowledge your client's feelings.
D) Ask your client's thoughts about the idea of meeting with a psychotherapist.
E) Ask permission before providing names of psychotherapists.
Psychotherapist
A professional trained in the practice of psychotherapy, which involves treating mental and emotional disorders through psychological techniques and verbal interaction.
Nutrition Information
Guidance and data on the nutritional content of foods, including calories, fats, proteins, and vitamins.
Eating Patterns
The habitual dietary choices, timing, and frequency of eating meals and snacks, reflecting an individual's lifestyle and preferences.
- Recognize when to refer clients to other professionals like psychotherapists for issues outside the nutrition counselor’s scope of practice.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize when to refer clients to other professionals like psychotherapists for issues outside the nutrition counselor’s scope of practice.
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