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. 2016 Feb 25;3(1):e10. doi: 10.2196/mental.4656

Table 1.

Components of the semi-structured interview and their theoretical bases.

Broad concept Agnew Relationship Measure (ARM) [27] Model of Common Factors (MCF) [35,36] Sample question
Bond Friendliness, acceptance, understanding, and support Empathy, care, and genuineness To what extent did you feel accepted by the program?
Partnership Collaborative framework Negotiation of goals, collaborative framework, and guidance To what extent did you feel the program tried to influence you in ways that were helpful/not helpful?
Confidence Respect for professional competence Trust, development of a secure base, positive treatment expectancies To what extent did you feel you could rely on the program for advice when you needed it?
Openness Personal disclosure (client) N/A To what extent did you feel comfortable providing personal information to the program?
Client Initiative Setting the agenda, client responsibility N/A To what extent did you feel the program allowed you to set your own goals?
Accessibility N/A Convenience and availability To what extent did you feel the program was easy to use?
Reciprocity N/A Education and rationale giving, sensitivity, and flexibility To what extent did you feel the program was flexible enough to meet your needs?