If a Therapist Is Unable to Communicate with a Client

question 33

Multiple Choice

If a therapist is unable to communicate with a client in the language that the client prefers, what should the therapist do?

• A) Have a family member translate at every session
• B) Encourage the client to try to communicate in the therapist's language
• C) Make an appropriate referral to a therapist who speaks the language
• D) Try to communicate non-verbally

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