Counselor Self Disclosure

Purposes for Counselor Self-disclosure To generate an open and facilitative counseling atmosphere. To reduce the role distance between counselor and client. To increase the disclosure level of clients.

Ground rules for Self-disclosure A moderate amount of disclosure. Avoid taking too much time for self- disclosure Similar –In content and –In mood to the client's messages

Ground rules for Self-disclosure Depth parallel to your client’s Use demographic disclosure early Personal disclosures later. Be ready to articulate how your self- disclosure is of benefit to the client.

Example: Ask how much disclosure in a dating situation