Discussion of assessment data provided Identification of additional data needed by the counselor to plan treatment for the client Indentify and thorough describe any standardized screening measures appropriate for screening the client. Discuss potential relevance and biases with multicultural populations Support your reason for choosing the screening instruments. Discussion of differential diagnosis: identify the diagnoses that are confirmed and the diagnoses that must be ruled out Discuss if there are co-occurring substance use disorders and medical or psychological disorders and potential impact Identification of stage of change and defenses used by the client, with rationale provided Identification of 3 short-term goals for the client Identification of 3 long-term goals for the client Detailed and specific treatment plan for the client Discussion of ethical, family, and cultural considerations that may influence counseling of the client Discussion of potential counselor bias or countertransference issues that might impact the counseling process
