Interact with the client in a slow paced, low and firm tone.
Encourage him to verbalize his feelings, thinking, worries etc. using broad, leading statements or open –ended questions.
Maintain a therapeutic distance, exhibiting open posture.
Do not hurry the client when interacting, instead be patient and show a sense of empathy.
When the client is able to regain his energy to do tasks, encourage him to do personal hygiene and encourage him that feeling good often starts when you also care about one self.
Be calm and supportive when the client shows irritability or expresses anger. Clarify for statements of blame and help him understand that being irate sometimes make other people shun away; thus you may also encourage the need for re-establishing relationships with loved ones.