Which of the following suggestions would be best for a therapist working with a client who has adapted the placator stance or role?

a. Encourage the client to take a firm stance from the onset of therapy.
b. Use therapeutic techniques such as reflecting to highlight hidden emotions.
c. Praise the placator for being adaptive.
d. Use less directive therapy methods, such as multiple choice questions and open-ended reflections to require him/her to voice an opinion.


ANS: D

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