CLT Foundational Techniques & Protocols 2

Question 1

In LEAP therapy, what is the primary purpose of the 'Listen' phase?

Accepted Answer

To demonstrate genuine interest in the client's perspective without judgment

Answer

The Listen phase prioritizes understanding the client's subjective experience to build trust before introducing any therapeutic agenda.

Question 2

A LEAP-trained therapist working with a client who denies their psychiatric diagnosis should first:

Accepted Answer

Reflect back the client's own words and stated concerns

Answer

Reflecting the client's own language and concerns is the non-confrontational entry point that LEAP uses to build rapport before addressing insight.

Question 3

Which concept central to LEAP therapy describes the neurological inability to recognize one's own illness?

Accepted Answer

Anosognosia

Answer

Anosognosia is a neurological condition — not psychological denial — in which brain damage impairs self-awareness of one's illness, a key distinction in LEAP.

Question 4

During the 'Empathize' step of LEAP, the therapist should:

Accepted Answer

Validate the client's feelings without necessarily agreeing with their beliefs

Answer

Empathy in LEAP means acknowledging the emotional experience as real and valid without endorsing factually incorrect beliefs.

Question 5

The 'Agree' phase in LEAP is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Finding genuine points of common ground between therapist and client goals

Answer

The Agree phase locates shared goals — such as wanting to feel less distressed — rather than requiring agreement on diagnosis or treatment labels.

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CLT Foundational Techniques & Protocols 2