Redirected Alex Reflection

I redirected Alex’s manners when foster parent and I were talking. I shared with Alex the details of the visit after Alex what he could receive of he is “good “during the visit. Alex and I went to Books-A-Million to work on his coping skills and interactions with peers and adults. I asked Alex questions to observe his body language, the use of coping skills and responses. I redirected Alex behaviors in the book because he started to shut down and other times had a small tantrum. I gave Alex several small tasks with instructions. I gave Alex feedback on his practice of coping skills, following instructions. I allowed Alex to share and progress his feeling about the visit. I explained to Alex, we need to work hard on his coping skills and response …show more content…
He needed a reminder each time the foster parent and I was talking. Alex seemed disappointed after I explained he should always behavior in a respectful manner and have good behaviors. He will not receive and reward every day that he behaviors. Alex got frustrated fast when asked to give details about his week. The youth began to rock in the chair, tapping his feet and leaning forward towards me. Alex only used his coping skills of deep breathing and counting when redirected. He had two small tantrums when I would not accept the answers “I don’t know”, “I cannot remember” and “I forgot”. The youth practice his coping skills and explained how the coping skills assisted him in remaining calm or getting clam. I observed the youth’s hand and body movements. Alex started hitting the table and raised his voice when he did not want to answer a question. He also looked around the book store to see who was around the table. His right eye would move rapidly. After each redirection, Alex improved his behavior a little. Alex shared today was hard. He did not get to play with the toys. The youth was able to explain the importance of practicing and my job to assist