Shereese Garbutt
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Workbook # 6

    
       If a client just told me that their pet dog died because of a car accident and they began to cry I would

feel very sympathetic. I would try to give the client a moment to gather themselves and then respond with

empathy. I would tell them I don't know how it feels to lose a pet but I would believe it would be an awful

feeling just by the emotions you are showing me. I would tell them I'm sorry for their loss, I know it must be

very tough for them to lose something that is most important to them. And try to engage the client into talking

a little bit about their dog and the memories they have to cherish of their dog. After having this discussion I

will help them start the process of grief.