One technique some MI clinicians use to increase client discrepancy is the ________ approach.
A) Columbo
B) Divergent
C) Columbus
D) Discrepant

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The "Columbo" approach is a technique used in MI to increase client discrepancy. It is named after the TV detective who often appeared to be disorganized and confused, but was actually methodically working towards a solution. In the MI context, the clinician uses this approach to ask questions that appear naive or off-topic, but ultimately lead the client to consider discrepancies between their current behavior and their goals or values.

One Technique Some MI Clinicians Use to Increase Client Discrepancy