Client Centered Practice

Question 1

Describe client centred practice

Answer 1

• Collaborative partnership approaches used in enabling occupation with clients
• Demonstrate respect for clients, involve clients in decision making, advocate for and with client’s needs and recognise client’s experience and knowledge

Question 2

What is a client?

Answer 2

Individuals with occupational problems arising from medical conditions, transitional difficulties or environmental barriers

Question 3

What are key aspects of client centred practice?

Answer 3

• A collaborative partnership with client (equal)
• Enabling occupation; facilitating, guiding, coaching, educating etc.
• Demonstrating respect
• Involving clients in decision making
• Advocating with, and for, your clients needs
• Recognising your client’s knowledge and experience