Which statement describes a person-centered plan development with a client?

• A. A plan created solely by the clinician.
• B. A plan co-created with the client that reflects their goals, strengths, and preferences.
• C. A generic plan used for all clients.
• D. A plan that excludes client preferences.

Answer: (B)

Person-centered planning centers on the client guiding the plan with support from the peer specialist and the care team. The best statement is a plan co-created with the client that reflects their goals, strengths, and preferences. This approach honors autonomy, boosts motivation, and makes the supports feel meaningful and relevant to the person’s life. It also aligns with recovery-oriented practice, where the client defines what success looks like and chooses actions that fit their priorities and values. When the plan is co-created, it includes concrete steps the client wants to take and the supports they value, tailored to their unique situation. A clinician-only plan lacks the client’s voice, a generic plan fails to account for individual differences, and a plan that excludes client preferences cannot truly meet the person’s needs or sustain engagement.