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Public Health
Seattle & King County
401 5th Ave., Suite 1300
Seattle, WA 98104

Phone: 206-296-4600
TTY Relay: 711

Toll-free: 800-325-6165

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Public Records Requests

Instructions to submit a Public Records Request

Harm reduction principles and concepts
  • Be nonjudgmental
  • Avoid being parental/authoritarian
  • Meet the client where they are
  • Avoid having preconceived goals
  • Provide guidance and consultation
  • Provide support
  • Value the client's information
  • Be aware of power differences (skills, education, race, money)
  • Build rapport/trust
  • See small changes as success
  • Recognize denial as normal
  • Emphasize client's strengths
  • Emphasize personal responsibility for outcomes
  • Avoid unnecessary labeling
  • Normalize drug use