Name: D. Date: 3/02/2013 Session #: 1 Therapist: S. Hulin
S (ubjective); Client shared she was currently having issues with the father of her child. She stated that she recently expressed her thoughts about his parenting to him but not in a controlled manner. Client states that she feels likes he should take on more parental responsibility without having to be directed by the client. Client also admits that she has had fairly high expectations of the father of her child in the past and understands that she may be aiding in her own disappointment. She stated that her mother also had high expectations of men and perhaps that is something she learned. Client also shares that this is her second child and there is a ten plus age difference between the two. She states that both her and the father were shocked to learn the new of her pregnancy and that this whole experience is new. Both have grown children and they have completely started over and it has been stressful on both of them. Client revealed that though she would like the father to spend more time with the baby, she has never allowed the baby to stay at the home of the father. Client hesitantly admitted that she was an overprotective mother as though it were a secret; evidence by her humorous comment, shh, how did you find out? Client states that she trusts the father with the son and knows him to be excellent with the child. Client knows she has a lot on her plate with being a new mom, full time graduate student and employee and she needs to trust a little so that she can have authentic, adult down time. Also client discussed her relationship with her family and her choice to not communicate with them. Client shared she thought it was better for her and her daily functioning for things to remain the way they have been however, she does not stop her eldest son from communicating with his family. O (bjective): Client was in relaxed mood. Her tone was soft and controlled. Client sat up straight in chair with her hands clasped and placed in her lap. She seemed at ease evident by her tendency to smile or laugh from time to time. Client also maintained good eye contact. 2
A(ssessment): Client understands she may need to reevaluate her expectations and learn patience. She understands that this is starting over for not just her, but the father of the child as well (especially since he has grandchildren). Client will work towards allowing her fathers child take him for a weekend which in turn would allow her to avoid burnout. P(lan) Counselor plans to assist client in improving and learning coping skills for anxiety in relation to allowing her sons father to watch her son. Also, client may benefit from describing the conflicts and the causes of conflicts between her and her family. To prepare for the next session, counselor will read appropriate literature to render services that teach coping skills for anxiety and family conflict.
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