The basic formula for utilizing an empathic response is which of the following?

A) Stating "I feel_____________" followed by "because you have ______________."
B) Stating "I feel _____________" followed by a statement of facts previously identified
by the client.
C) Stating "You feel _____________ because __________________."
D) None of the above because an empathic statement is sensed from what the practitioner
is experiencing.


C

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The Coreys distinguish between loneliness and

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Research suggests that reporting child abuse interferes with the therapeutic

relationship.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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