Feedback Micro Skills Activity

Description

Some of the most powerful therapeutic work happens not by discussing the past, but by addressing the dynamics unfolding in the room right now. Mastering the skill of immediacy, or in-session feedback, is key to leveraging the therapeutic relationship as a direct agent of change.

This interactive skills lab provides a unique environment to practice the advanced skill of immediacy, using an AI instructor to guide you in observing session dynamics, formulating effective feedback, and inviting client exploration.

Your Role

• Learn from the AI instructor how to identify and formulate direct, non-judgmental feedback based on in-session dynamics.

• Pay close attention to the AI client's described nonverbal cues (e.g., [Voice gets quiet]) as the basis for your practice.

• Engage in a practice loop where you deliver your feedback and invite exploration, receiving immediate notes on your technique.

Goals of the Activity

• Develop mastery in the skill of immediacy to directly and effectively address in-session dynamics and behaviors.

• Strengthen your ability to use the "here-and-now" of the therapeutic relationship to foster client insight and relational growth.

• Build confidence in giving direct, non-judgmental feedback that models effective communication and deepens the therapeutic alliance.

After the Session

At the activity's conclusion, a consolidation phase will help you confidently bring this powerful skill into your sessions with:

• A comprehensive summary of your progress in observing dynamics, formulating feedback, and inviting client collaboration.

• A clear overview of your strengths and areas for continued development in using immediacy effectively.

• A breakdown of your ability to formulate and deliver in-the-moment observations constructively and invitingly.

Why Choose This Activity?

• Practice with Presence: Immediacy is a challenging, in-the-moment skill. This activity offers a safe, repeatable environment to practice giving direct feedback without the anxiety of navigating a live client relationship.

• Focus on Process: Move beyond content and learn to work with process. Our AI is specifically designed to present observable dynamics, allowing you to hone your ability to notice and comment on the "here-and-now."

• Elevate your relational work by mastering an advanced skill central to process-oriented therapies, allowing you to work more effectively in the here-and-now.

What to Expect

This is the experience inside an AI-powered interactive lab:

• Meet Your Guide: You'll be greeted and guided by a friendly AI instructor who will be with you for the entire session.
• Learn the Skill: Your instructor will clearly explain the clinical micro-skill, providing a simple "formula" and examples so you know exactly what to practice.
• Practice in Realistic Scenarios: Engage in a series of text-based role-play scenarios where you'll apply the skill in response to an AI "client."
• Get Instant Feedback: Immediately after you submit a response, your AI instructor will provide personalized, on-the-spot feedback to help you learn, adjust, and improve.
• Build Confidence Through Repetition: You will work through several different client scenarios, allowing you to practice the skill until you feel competent and confident.
• Receive a Final Summary: At the end of the lab, you'll receive a summary of your progress and a comprehensive report evaluating your performance.

How to Participate

• Get Immediate Access: After enrolling, you can access your online learning portal where your lab is waiting.
• Launch the Activity: From your learning portal, simply launch the skills lab to begin.
• Follow the Prompts: Read the instructions and client scenarios, then type - or speak - your responses directly into the chat window when prompted.
• Work at Your Own Pace: There are no timers. You can take as much time as you need to think about and formulate your responses, and continue exchanges until you decide the lesson has been completed.
• Complete and Review: An attempt will conclude once you’ve decided that the scenario have been completed to your satisfaction. You can then view your detailed performance report.
• Practice again: You are allowed 10 full attempts/lessons.  This allows you to build upon the previous lesson and continue to improve your technique.

Details

Availability: 

From the time of registration, you have six months to access the tool.

How to Access the Tool: 

Course access and completion instructions. Please note that AI activities are accessed the same manner as our courses, but the completion steps vary based on the skill being practiced.

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• Accommodations for Individuals with Disabilities.
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