Briefly trained caregivers,who may be recovered former clients,may be able to assist troubled people effectively because they also provide the common elements of a therapeutic alliance.These people are called

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Paraprofessionals are individuals who are trained to provide some level of support or assistance to others, but they are not licensed professionals such as psychiatrists, counselors, or therapists. Recovered former clients who receive some training and then provide support to others with similar struggles can be considered paraprofessionals. These individuals may be particularly effective because they have experienced the same challenges as the clients they are assisting, and can provide a therapeutic alliance through empathy, understanding, and shared experience.

Briefly Trained Caregivers,who May Be Recovered Former Clients,may Be Able