Homework: Technique for Creating Behavior Change in Clients

Communication Skills for the Human Services Professional BSHS-322

Amber Michelle Templain-Kuehn

University of Phoenix

November 29, 2010

Homework: Technique for Creating Behavior Change in Clients

One of the most important goals concerning a client's treatment in the Human Services profession is helping him or her to modify ineffective behaviors. There are many methods and techniques that a professional can use to achieve this goal. A professional's theoretical viewpoint can sometimes dictate which technique is used. It is essential that the technique chosen engages the client to ensure that the client is actively participating in the change. Using homework assignments as a technique for changing a client's...