A criterion that is not a measure of a client's motivation is

A. the level of discomfort.
B. The level of hope.
C. ego strength.
D. ability to see himself/herself as able to change.


C. ego strength.

Motivation for change stems from thoughts or feelings. Discomfort and hope (A and B) are feelings, and the ability to envision change (D) is a thought.

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