Ann's Field Placement Involves Working with Victims of Domestic Abuse

question 24

Multiple Choice

Ann's field placement involves working with victims of domestic abuse. Formerly an abuse victim herself, Ann over-identifies with several clients and has told her field supervisor that she wants to help other victims as she had been helped. It would be best if Ann

• A) changed her placement so she is not working with abuse victims.
• B) asked her supervisor for therapy in order to overcome her difficulties working with domestic abuse clients.
• C) recognized that she is not personally fit for the profession.
• D) sought personal therapy along with supportive supervision.

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