Harms and Pierce (2011) note, negotiation is “the process of worker’s developing an agreement with client to define the relationship” (p.49). This, can ensure a more equal distribution of power. In future, I need to be thoughtful prior to self disclosure (Barnhart, M., communication skills, October 5, 2017). Also, I could ask for supervision to help guide my course of action. In addition, I could research how gender discrimination can effect an individual on an emotional and psychological level prior to meeting with Stephanie. Fortunately, the client and I were able to move forward after I apologized and explained, my intention was to acknowledge the importance of working together. There was a time I realized my experiences as a cisgender individual may alter how I perceive certain situations. Stephanie was expressing difficulty feeling connected to the trans youth group she attends. My suggestion to Stephanie was to give it time. I explained, try to pretend you are someone entering a new school. The students might feel the need to get to know you better before they can open up. Stephanie identified, it was nothing like how I perceived it, as she quickly stated, “that may be the case, but this is different.” By imposing my assumptions based on past experiences, I belittled her concern. As I am a cisgender individual who has rarely felt feelings of rejection I assume feeling excluded occasionally is tolerable because of my privilege. However, as Stephanie is transgendered, feelings of rejection may be an everyday
Harms and Pierce (2011) note, negotiation is “the process of worker’s developing an agreement with client to define the relationship” (p.49). This, can ensure a more equal distribution of power. In future, I need to be thoughtful prior to self disclosure (Barnhart, M., communication skills, October 5, 2017). Also, I could ask for supervision to help guide my course of action. In addition, I could research how gender discrimination can effect an individual on an emotional and psychological level prior to meeting with Stephanie. Fortunately, the client and I were able to move forward after I apologized and explained, my intention was to acknowledge the importance of working together. There was a time I realized my experiences as a cisgender individual may alter how I perceive certain situations. Stephanie was expressing difficulty feeling connected to the trans youth group she attends. My suggestion to Stephanie was to give it time. I explained, try to pretend you are someone entering a new school. The students might feel the need to get to know you better before they can open up. Stephanie identified, it was nothing like how I perceived it, as she quickly stated, “that may be the case, but this is different.” By imposing my assumptions based on past experiences, I belittled her concern. As I am a cisgender individual who has rarely felt feelings of rejection I assume feeling excluded occasionally is tolerable because of my privilege. However, as Stephanie is transgendered, feelings of rejection may be an everyday