John Seeks Your Help Because His Wife Has Threatened to Leave

John seeks your help because his wife has threatened to leave him if he doesn't improve his communication. He tells you that he is a loner and that his wife knew that when she married him. John claims that their marriage is fine and is there only to appease his wife. An INEFFECTIVE way to deal with John would be to

A) challenge his attitude, in order to break down his defenses and look at the part he is playing in the breakdown of the relationship.
B) ask John how he is being affected by his wife's problems, which may lead to problems that he wants to deny.
C) direct your questioning to how John felt when he approached the office for the counseling session.
D) ask John what areas he thinks that his wife needs help with.