Self-Disclosure Theory

Concerning self-disclosure, it is pertinent for social workers to maintain their professional boundaries with client's while building an empathic relationship (F. Reamer, 2006). Galina has utilized this interviewing technique in practice and understands the concept of avoiding dual boundaries and remaining non-judgmental in practice (G. Soracheva, personal communication, July 27, 2017). The article Poverty Aware Social Work Practice discusses the importance of social work students utilizing a process of self-reflection pertaining to their personal and cultural values concerning poverty (2013). Although Galina has surpassed the status of a social work student, one can deduce, that she uses self-reflection to enhance her professional development.