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- Reflect: In your own words, paraphrase what the other person said
- Be curious (e.g., ooh, that sounds interesting, can you tell me more about that)
- Ask open ended questions (i.e., not yes or no questions)
- Praise: Offer gratitude and appreciation (i.e., positive reinforcement)
- Validate: Reinforce their thoughts and emotions
- Utterances: Use simple sounds to encourage them to continue (e.g., uh-huh, yup, okay)
- Use the speakers name
Our counseling-coaching approach combines brain and heart listening skills.
We meet with clients at our private office, via video, and outdoors. At our Fort Collins (non-shared) private office, clients enjoy:
✳ Absolute privacy and safety
✳ Anonymity and confidentiality
✳ 100% HIPAA compliant
✳ Non-public office building
✳ No nextdoor office client sounds
✳ No auto traffic noise
✳ Pet friendly office
✳ No waiting room
✳ Never sit with strangers
✳ 1-5 seating
✳ Natural light and fresh air
✳ No hassle free parking
✳ 100% HIPAA compliant
✳ Non-public office building
✳ No nextdoor office client sounds
✳ No auto traffic noise
✳ Pet friendly office
✳ No waiting room
✳ Never sit with strangers
✳ 1-5 seating
✳ Natural light and fresh air
✳ No hassle free parking
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