How do you draw a life space diagram ?
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The process is as follows: Encourage the client to draw a circle for their life – encourage them to make this as large as possible. Ensure that it uses as much of the paper as they are comfortable with (as there will likely be a lot to put in it). Suggest the client put themselves somewhere in the circle.
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As a volunteer counsellor I am always on the lookout for techniques that may help my work with clients.
My supervisor suggested this technique.
I have used it with several clients. On each occasion I find out something new and/or interesting.
This technique enhances my awareness of the client. Frequently it enhances our relationship as well.
Discussing people (and tasks) and their relationship to the client can create insights. The life space diagram makes visible people and tasks in the client’s life.
It also teaches me a great deal about how they are thinking.
The process is as follows:
Encourage the client to draw a circle for their life – encourage them to make this as large as possible. Ensure that it uses as much of the paper as they are comfortable with (as there will likely be a lot to put in it).
Suggest the client put themselves somewhere in the circle. Where they put themselves might be important – it might not. (It is also a starting point for conversation.)
For example, many people seem