Crisis Intervention and Dealing with High Risk Clients

Training Highlights

1. How to conduct a session with a client in crisis?

2. What are the best strategies to help a client calm down during suicidal ideations?

3. How to recognize and assess high-risk behaviors?

4. What tools can be used for effective risk assessment?

5. What language should I use to validate and empathize with a client in crisis?

6. How can I create a safety plan with a client?

7. What homework assignments can help clients after a crisis intervention session?

8. How to structure sessions for clients experiencing ongoing distress?

9. What activities can I do with clients during a session to stabilize them?

10. How to manage my own mental health while handling high-risk clients?

Key Features

Modules to be Covered

Introduction to crisis types and principles, focusing on the foundational skills for effective intervention. The core goals of stabilization, symptom reduction, and returning to baseline functioning while learning to apply the structured ABC Model of Crisis Intervention.

Learn about warning signs of suicide, self-harm, aggression, and acute distress. Understand ethical decision-making frameworks for balancing risk and autonomy. Learn strategies for maintaining resilience through mindfulness, supervision, and boundaries, while addressing secondary trauma and burnout. Engage in role-play activities to practice conducting mock risk assessments.

Learn to structure crisis intervention sessions with a clear framework, covering rapport building, risk assessment, intervention strategies, and follow-up care. Explore practical tools like journaling prompts, grounding techniques, safety planning, and empathetic communication. Engage in an interactive activity to design a session plan for a hypothetical high-risk client.

Discover advanced in-session techniques like guided imagery, role-reversal, and emotion regulation strategies to enhance client engagement. Collaboratively brainstorm tailored approaches for high-risk scenarios and present session plans for feedback. Conclude with a Q&A session to address participant queries and refine your skills.

Know your Trainer

Ms. Sana is a dedicated clinical psychologist with over five years of experience, specializing in evidence-based therapies such as REBT, DBT, ACT, and SFBT. She is skilled in tailoring these approaches to meet the unique needs of her clients, fostering personal growth and positive change. Committed to staying updated with advancements in psychology, Sana integrates the latest research into her practice to ensure high-quality care. Alongside her clinical work, she mentors and supervises fellow clinicians, guiding them to enhance their skills. Ms. Sana is passionate about mental health advocacy, leading workshops, support groups, and initiatives that promote education and reduce stigma.

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FAQ

This Training is ideal for psychology students, graduates, and professionals aiming to build a strong foundation in Crisis Intervention and dealing with High Risk Clients

In this training, you will learn essential skills to effectively manage high-risk clients and intervene in crisis situations. Key areas include:

  • Understanding crisis intervention strategies and their applications
  • Recognizing and managing high-risk behavior, including suicidal ideation, aggression, and self-harm
  • Mastering communication techniques for de-escalation and building rapport in high-stress scenarios
  • Assessing and intervening in trauma-related crises
  • Developing safety plans and managing immediate risks
  • Building resilience in clients and professionals for ongoing crisis management

No prior experience is required! Our training is designed to cater to both beginners and those with some experience who want to enhance their skills.

Yes, the internship includes case discussions, role plays, and assignments to provide you with practical exposure and real-world skills.

You’ll earn an internationally accredited and globally recognized certificate upon completing the program, adding significant value to your resume and career prospects.

Unlike other programs, we go beyond theory by focusing on hands-on skill-building, personalized feedback, and equipping you with resources, ensuring you’re industry-ready.

The training is conducted 100% online, so you can participate from anywhere in the world.

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