Lesson Plan
Biopsychosocial Basics Blueprint
Students will master the structure and key components of a biopsychosocial intake interview by exploring theoretical domains, brainstorming targeted questions, and practicing live role-plays to gather holistic client data effectively.
A robust biopsychosocial interview equips counselors with comprehensive client insights across biological, psychological, and social domains, fostering accurate assessments and therapeutic rapport for future clinical success.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Client Persona Lightning Round
10 minutes
Step 2
Discovering the Bio-Psycho-Social Model
20 minutes
Step 3
Interview Question Brainstorm
20 minutes
Step 4
Facilitator’s Sample Interview Dialogue
15 minutes
Step 5
Paired Practice Interviews
20 minutes
Step 6
Reflect & Connect Exit Ticket
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Discovering the Bio-Psycho-Social Model
What Is the Biopsychosocial Model?
Biological Domain
Psychological Domain
Social Domain
Integrating the Domains
Case Vignette: Maria
Interactive Discussion
Key Takeaways
Warm Up
Activity
Script
Cool Down
