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Packaging combines the foundational counseling skills with open-ended questions. This enables the counselor to continue demonstrating good listening skill while encouraging the client to say more about his or her current concerns. Write 2 examples each below

Paraphrasing content followed by a question. (2 examples)

Reflecting feelings followed by a question. (2 examples)

Summarizing followed by a question. (2 examples)

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This solution of 585 words provides some examples of paraphrasing, reflective listening skills and also summarizes skills used in counselling.

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Paraphrasing content followed by a question:

E.g. 1
Client: I lost my job at the start of the year. On top of that I had marital problems with my husband. My children just don't seem to respect me.
Paraphrase: The message I get is that you have experienced a number of things going wrong this year. Is that right?

E.g 2
Client: I'm having a tough time in my job
You: Things feel really difficult for you at work

Paraphrasing feelings followed by a question:

E.g. 1
Client: I have just broken up with Jason. The way he was treating me was just too much to bear. Every time I tried to talk to him, he would just clam up. I feel relived now.
Paraphrase: What I am hearing is that you feel much better after breaking up with Jason. Tell me more about your ...

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