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Question 11 of 30 for our ABA Therapist Mock Interview

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Question 11 of 30

When have you had difficulty with a parent? How did you handle the situation?

Having a parent that isn't on the same page as you regarding therapy methods can be detrimental to treating your patient. Talk about a time that you've sat down with a patient's parents to teach them at-home techniques. Let the interviewer know how you handled the situation if they disagreed with your therapy style. How you respond will give the interviewer insight into your problem-solving, conflict-resolution, and communication skills.

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  • 11. When have you had difficulty with a parent? How did you handle the situation?

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      Having a parent that isn't on the same page as you regarding therapy methods can be detrimental to treating your patient. Talk about a time that you've sat down with a patient's parents to teach them at-home techniques. Let the interviewer know how you handled the situation if they disagreed with your therapy style. How you respond will give the interviewer insight into your problem-solving, conflict-resolution, and communication skills.

      Written by Krista Wenz on August 15th, 2023

      Entry Level Example

      "If I were to have difficulty with a parent, I would sit them down to discuss why they were feeling the way they were. It can be challenging to always react properly when your kids are suffering from a disorder. I would empathize with them as much as possible and assure the parents that their children were in good hands."

      Written by Krista Wenz on August 15th, 2023

      Answer Example

      "Last week, a team of medical professionals and I delivered a tough diagnosis to a first-time parent. They did not want to hear that their child required serious behavioral therapy and that anything was wrong with them. We provided clear, concise, and correct information and our support and local resources to support the family."

      Written by Krista Wenz on August 15th, 2023

      Experienced Example

      "Throughout my career as an ABA therapist, I have encountered difficult parents regularly. It's a very tough situation for them to be in, and I empathize fully. To soothe the situation, I ask them to keep a transparent line of communication with me on how they feel about their child's treatment and progress. This diffuses most situations where a parent may let their feelings fester."

      Written by Krista Wenz on August 15th, 2023