... contra-indication or special care conditions. The therapist is there to provide complimentary therapy and not endanger the client by aggravating existing conditions. This could also cover the client having difficulties in getting on the bed and needing assistance e.g. steps. Social Can the client afford lengthy treatments or do they simply want a short course of therapy to 'lift them' up. Do they have other social contrainsts eg childcare or working hours. Can you as a therapist offer them flexible times for treatment? Psychological The client may for example have a problem with meeting new people and may therefore mind it difficult to open up to the therapist until they are more comfortable. Another may be body image the client may feel selfconscious being undressed under a blanket. Therapists should be aware that not only overweight clients may feel this way. There are many skills that a therapist can employ to make a client feel ...

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