Charlene is talking with her father, and she confesses that she lied about where she had been on the weekend. Her father tells Charlene that he loves her, but that he doesn't approve of her lying. According to Carl Rogers, which quality does Charlene's father display?

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Charlene's father is showing unconditional positive regard, which is one of the core conditions of person-centered therapy according to Carl Rogers. He communicates to Charlene that he loves and accepts her unconditionally as a person, but he does not approve of her behavior of lying.

Charlene Is Talking with Her Father, and She Confesses That