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Family Consultation Communications Handouts - Communications Skills Training
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Family Consultation Communications Handouts - Communications Skills Training
Family Consultation Handouts – Communication Skills Training
Communication Skills Training is a common topic covered in Family Consultation. Here are some handouts you can use with families to teach them about communication in general as well as the key components of specific communication skills.
In-Session Communication Handouts (Click on links below to open pdf files)
Keys to Good Communication
Active Listening
Compromise and Negotiation
Expressing Negative Feelings
Expressing Positive Feelings
Making Positive Requests
Requesting a Time-Out
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