There are "fundamental building blocks" needed to establish a collaborative working relationship or therapeutic alliance with a client. While some of these building blocks may seem elementary, others can be quite challenging. Nonetheless, the therapeutic alliance is a powerful relationship that usually reflects elements of safety, respect, value, and understanding. Your ability to demonstrate authentic engagement with your client will significantly impact the strength of your working relationship or therapeutic alliance.
A brief description of three important skills needed to establish a successful therapeutic alliance. Support your response with references to the Learning Resources. Then, explain possible barriers that may impede implementing these skills. Finally, explain how you might address each barrier.
Support your Discussion with specific resources used in its preparation. Please provide a citation and reference for all resources,