Clinical Interviewing - Part Two Notes

Introduction

Eliciting information about:
- Client’s childhood
- Relationship history
- Spirituality

Birth and Upbringing
- Born and raised in Wellington, Delaware.
- Speaks English and some Spanish.
- Raised by biological father; grandmother lived with them during middle to high school.
Childhood Experience
- Described as a "normal childhood."
- Mother was often angry, particularly towards the client.
- Client felt loved but received more discipline than sisters.
- Parents provided for needs and ensured good education.
- Questioned feelings of connection with others, particularly women, and past discipline experiences.
Family Dynamics
- Change in dynamics was not noted; still felt the same.
- Moved out at age 19 for college.
Discipline
- Experienced yelling and physical discipline (e.g., hair pulling).
- Father was quiet and did not participate in discipline.

Marriage
- Married at age 27; marriage lasted 15 years and is described as happy.
- Husband is supportive of counseling and suggested it.
- No issues with substances, gambling, or mental health in the husband.
Previous Relationships
- Had a serious boyfriend in graduate school and a few in college and high school.

Children
- Two children: a 12-year-old son and a daughter.
- Children live with the client and husband; good relationship with children.
- No concerns regarding mental health or substance use in children.
Parenting Style
- Aiming to not replicate mother’s behavior; avoids yelling, family-oriented activities.
- Concern when son’s teacher flagged potential depression in second grade; son is okay now.

Client reflects on parenting and relationship dynamics.
Dr. Grande encourages viewers to proceed to part three of the series for more insights.