Which of the Following Is Not Considered an Essential Skill

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not considered an essential skill of an effective culturally competent counsellor?

• A) Being able to modify techniques to accommodate cultural differences
• B) Being able to send and receive both verbal and nonverbal messages accurately
• C) Being able to get clients to intensify their feelings by helping them to vividly re-experience early childhood events
• D) Being willing to seek out educational, consultative and training experiences to enhance their ability to work with culturally diverse client populations

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Definitions:

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Charles River

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