Jane is working with a client, Joe, with a substance use problem. Which of the following is one of Jane's obligations?
A) Jane should advise Joe that she has been having a difficult day and may not be able to concentrate as fully on the session, and ask Joe if they can use the session to debrief about the stresses of her day.
B) Jane should share her personal struggles with alcohol with Joe and tell Joe what to do in his case, based on her personal experience.
C) Jane should strive to learn more about Joe than Joe learns about Jane.
D) Jane should advise Joe that substance abuse indicates a lack of willpower, and that she will only work with clients who have the personal qualities of motivation and willpower.

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Jane's obligation is to maintain a professional focus on the client's needs and issues, which means prioritizing the client's learning and understanding over sharing personal information or making the session about her own experiences or judgments.

Jane Is Working with a Client, Joe, with a Substance