The client appeared happy because she was enjoying the group sessions and the school work. The client seemed to be more comfortable and cooperative aeb making good eye contact and engaged with the therapist in a conversation about expectations in relation to her eating disorder. The client denied having thoughts of suicide or homicide in session.
ASSESSMENT/INTERVENTION: The therapist greeted the client and reviewed the main goal of the client. The therapist checked-in with the client and asked the client to share about her appetite approach towards the food and the food restriction. The therapist affirmed the client's emotion and accepting the client's feeling at the moment by allowing herself to feel so without guilt. The therapist provided a safe atmosphere for the client to share thoughts, feelings, and to ask questions. The therapist assessed for suicidal/homicidal ideation, and client reported none. The therapist asked the client open ended questions.