An important technique in structural family therapy is joining. Which statement most accurately depicts this intervention?

a. The therapist meets, greets, and attempts to bond with the family. The therapist will use language similar to that of the family and mimesis which means that he or she will mimic communication patterns
b. the therapist is professional but distant
c. the therapist joins the family and sympathizes with their difficulties
d. Joining is used during the final session of therapy


Answer: a. The therapist meets, greets, and attempts to bond with the family. The therapist will use language similar to that of the family and mimesis which means that he or she will mimic communication patterns

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What will be an ideal response?

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