How can a crisis worker confirm that a client understands their commitment?

A crisis worker can confirm that a client understands their commitment by asking the client to summarize their action steps. This approach encourages active engagement and demonstrates the client's comprehension of the discussed strategies and goals. When the client articulates their action steps, it indicates not only their understanding but also reinforces their accountability. By summarizing in their own words, the client must process the information, allowing the crisis worker to gauge both clarity and readiness to follow through.

The other methods listed may support understanding but do not engage the client in the same way. A written contract could formalize the commitment but does not ensure that the client fully grasps the implications or the specific actions required. Repeating the commitment back to the client can confirm what was stated, but it may not test their comprehension or ability to articulate it themselves. Asking the client to share their feelings about the commitment can provide insights into their emotional state regarding the commitment but does not directly assess their understanding of the necessary actions to be taken.