Discussion Topic #6 – Chapter 5 – Client Assessment and Diagnosis (300 words min

Discussion Topic #6 – Chapter 5 – Client Assessment and Diagnosis
(300 words minimum for main posting with 200 word replies)
Chapter 5 addresses approaches to assessment and diagnosis in the counseling profession.
For this discussion:
Describe three ways in which assessment facilitates the counseling process.
Describe seven of the thirteen principles outlined by Hood and Johnson (2007) to help counselors conduct assessments skillfully.
Discuss the potential benefits and risks/limitations of diagnosis.
Minimum 300 word posting with 200 word replies to two classmates
Note: This is also a great chapter for ideas and information for your grant proposal.