Using the five steps of the logical consequences strategy, briefly indicate to a client what might be the logical consequences of one of the following: staying in an abusive relationship; smoking...

Using the five steps of the logical consequences strategy, briefly indicate to a client what might be the logical consequences of one of the following: staying in an abusive relationship; smoking while pregnant; moving from marijuana to cocaine. 1. Summarize the client’s concern in your own words, using “if, then” language.

1. Ask specific questions about the positive and negative consequences of continuing the behavior.

2. Provide the client with your own feedback on the probable consequences of continuing the behavior. Use “if, then” language.

3. Summarize the differences between the feedback just given and the client’s view when the client says she/he doesn’t want to change (this implies the use of confrontation). 5. Encourage the client to make her/his own decision.