How to Use This Chapter
A strong helping relationship is the foundation of high-quality and effective mental health support (DeAngelis, 2019). This chapter provides guidance for supporting students to participate effectively and ethically in a quality helping relationship while developing personal insight and awareness. The principles taught here are significant across all aspects of patient engagement, treatment planning, ethics, group facilitation, and other interventions. As such, this chapter will frequently reference resources and concepts located in other chapters throughout the educator’s guide. The certified BHSS needs to engage in competent and appropriate mental health support grounded in the same evidence and principles that inform a meaningful helping relationship for licensed providers.