Reflective Analysis of EGAN Counselling Model in COU202 Course

This essay provides a reflective analysis of a counselling session conducted using the EGAN model, focusing on a client named Pamela who struggled with health and eating habits. The essay discusses the counselor's role, the application of the three stages of the EGAN model (current situation, preferred situation, and action strategies), and the effectiveness of the techniques used, such as motivational interviewing. It examines the counselor's interventions, communication skills (including active listening), and the challenges faced in helping the client. The essay highlights the importance of building rapport, setting goals, and implementing strategies for behavioral change, drawing on specific examples from the video presentation and case study. It concludes with an assessment of the session's outcomes and identifies areas for potential improvement in the counselor's approach, particularly concerning listening skills.