A doctor has recently started therapy with a new client, who is able to reflect and talk about the thoughts and feelings that are related to their difficulties. In addition, the client is able to attend to and discuss issues related to his relationship with the doctor and can take what they learn in therapy by generalizing it to their life. The client best demonstrates the characteristics of ___________.

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The client demonstrates characteristics of "self-relatedness," which refers to the ability to reflect on one's own thoughts and feelings, engage in a therapeutic relationship by discussing issues related to that relationship, and apply insights gained in therapy to other areas of life.

A Doctor Has Recently Started Therapy with a New Client