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The Skilled Helper Model

Where is it from?

The following model is adapted by Russell Delderfield from Egan, G. (1998) The Skilled Helper

Model: A Problem-Management and Opportunity-Development Approach to Helping, 8th

edition,

Belmont: Thomson Brooks/Cole.

How does it work?

Egans model works in three stages, it works on problem-solving and highlighting a persons potential and tries to ascertain several paths through a decision. At its centre are the Deciders issues, rather than the agenda of the Helper. The Helper questions the Decider to help them arrive at

a sound decision. This is extremely useful for making decisions when there are a complexity of

considerations and issues at stake.

It is designed to 'help people become better at helping themselves in their everyday lives' (Egan

1998: 7-8).

Egans Model Adapted for Goal-setting

Try filling in the blank boxes as a partner takes you through the process above. Listen to their prompts and jot your responses in the equivalent boxes.