Your client tells you that his wife is quite ill, and he is worried about her. Which of the following is NOT an appropriate response?
A) "I notice that your eyes are tearing up. I wonder if you're feeling sad."
B) "It sounds like it's been hard for you to have your wife ill."
C) "You seem to be quite anxious about her."
D) "My wife also has cancer, so I know how you feel."

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The response in D is not appropriate because it shifts the focus from the client's experience to the speaker's personal experience, which can minimize the client's feelings and may not accurately reflect their unique situation. It's important to keep the focus on the client and their feelings rather than comparing them to one's own experiences.

Your Client Tells You That His Wife Is Quite Ill