If a client has difficulty making friends and close relationships but has numerous pets, the therapist will __________ the client's interest in animals to develop more human connections, perhaps by having the client take a dog for a walk in public places, join a dog agility class, or volunteer at a pet shelter.

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Utilizing the client's interest in animals is a strategy to leverage something the client is already comfortable with and enjoys (their love for pets) to help them develop more human connections in settings where they can meet people with similar interests.

If a Client Has Difficulty Making Friends and Close Relationships