Theresa Is a Psychotherapist Who Is Working with a Client

question 407

Multiple Choice

Theresa is a psychotherapist who is working with a client named Ross. Ross is agonizing over whether he should stay married or file for divorce, but he can't seem to make up his mind. According to the guidelines in the textbook, Ross should expect Theresa to:

• A) tell him what to do.
• B) recommend a good divorce lawyer.
• C) help him explore and better understand his own feelings about his marriage so that he can make a responsible decision.
• D) call Ross's wife and tell her how Ross feels.

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