Termination

Question 1

What is Termination ?

Answer 1

Termination is signaling the close or ending of a therapeutic relationship.

Termination occurs when the client and the therapist agree that the treatment goals have been met and services are no longer needed.

Client can terminate at any time

Termination should be discussed at the initial visit and often so that clients have time to prepare for the end of treatment (how are you going to terminate, reduce visits, what is going to happen after treatment )

**For some people termination is signaled by joy and pride. For others it is more challenging and may be signaled by fear and anxiety. Support your clients through the termination phase.