17. What stage of grief do you think Susan may be in and why?
I believe that Susan is in the stage of grief known as depression. Susan has been diagnosed with major depression since she was in college and she is also suffering from overall sadness.
18. How can you apply each mode of interaction to demonstrate good therapeutic use of self?
a. Advocate
- I would advocate for Susan by creating accommodations for her to have more approved visits from her daughter in order to increase her happiness.
b. Collaborate
- The Occupational Therapist can collaborate with Susan to create goals in her therapy sessions that can be modified to fit Susan’s needs.
c. Empathize
- Trying