Which approach should Peer Specialists take to support a client's personal growth?

The approach that encourages self-exploration and personal decision-making is essential in supporting a client’s personal growth. This method empowers individuals to reflect on their experiences, understand their feelings, and develop their own solutions to challenges they face. By promoting self-exploration, Peer Specialists help clients build confidence in their decision-making abilities, fostering independence and resilience.

Engaging in supportive dialogue, asking open-ended questions, and validating the client’s feelings contribute to a safe environment where they feel comfortable exploring their own thoughts and emotions. This approach reinforces the idea that clients are the experts in their own lives, ultimately leading to greater personal development and improved well-being.

In contrast, encouraging reliance on the specialist's decisions or imposing the specialist's experiences could undermine the client’s own journey of self-discovery and growth. Additionally, providing minimal contact would not effectively support the client in developing the necessary skills for independence.