What could a practitioner do if the client is giving one-word responses to open-ended questions?
A) Confront the client by saying, "You are being resistive to therapy."
B) Encourage the client by saying, "Tell me more about…"
C) Change the subject as the client is not interested in discussing the current topic.
D) Ask only closed-ended questions because those are the questions the client is comfortable answering.

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Encouraging the client by inviting them to elaborate on their thoughts or feelings can help deepen the conversation and may make the client feel more comfortable opening up. This approach is supportive and non-confrontational, fostering a safe space for the client to share more.

What Could a Practitioner Do If the Client Is Giving