What kinds of resistant client behavior will most intimidate you? What is it abo

What kinds of resistant client behavior will most intimidate you? What is it about these specific resistant behaviors that you find particularly difficult? How do you plan to deal with resistant clients? REPLY BACK TO THIS STUDENTS POST: Clients that are oppositional, reactionary, noncompliant, intractable, and unmotivated are frequently referred to as resistant. Being resistant is an active process that has the potential to become a fundamental challenge to positive counseling outcomes. “Resistance interferes with the counselor’s perceived efficacy, impedes client motivation, and undermines the change process” (Nystul, 2001). I believe that I would not necessarily be intimidated by angry clients, however I would not care to engage as much with clients who have behaviors that are loud, aggressive, or curse a lot. I recognized this was an issue for me a couple of years ago during a crisis intervention class. Typically, I have a calm and soft-spoken demeanor publically. Therefore, in the past when people were incredibly angry and especially cursing a lot, I tended to block them out or excuse myself from the situation. As a helping professional, I understand this is an area where I will need to continue to grow in. I found that when individuals are extremely angry, they may not think rationally, so being productive will come with challenges. In order for me to be an effective helper, I need to learn techniques to better meet clients where they are despite my personal emotions. I must get comfortable engaging with clients with all types of personalities. I am working on not absorbing other people’s energy so easily and staying calm, centered, and attentive no matter the circumstance or situation. References: https://www.counseling.org/resources/library/vistas/vistas06_online-only/Watson.pdf