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Therapist Interview Question Bank

100+ curated interview questions specifically for therapy positions, with detailed ideal answers and scoring frameworks. Covers clinical scenarios, ethical dilemmas, theoretical orientation questions, and behavioral interviews. Used by hiring managers at major health systems and private practices.

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Clinical Scenario Questions

Question 1: Crisis Intervention


"A client expresses suicidal ideation during a session. Walk me through your immediate response."

Ideal Answer Framework:

  • Assess immediacy: Ask about plan, means, and timeline

  • Determine risk level using Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale

  • If high risk: safety planning, emergency contacts, possible hospitalization

  • Document everything in real-time

  • Follow up within 24 hours
  • Red flags in answers: Jumping to hospitalization without assessment, failing to mention documentation, not discussing safety planning.

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