Use of self-disclosure is determined by the client's need and ability to benefit from the information.

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This is true. Self-disclosure should be used only when it is necessary for the client's progress, and when the therapist is comfortable sharing personal information. It should not be used for the therapist's benefit or as a way to build rapport. Clients may benefit from self-disclosure by feeling more connected to the therapist and realizing that the therapist has gone through similar experiences. However, it should be used with caution as it can create a power dynamic in the therapeutic relationship.

Use of Self-Disclosure Is Determined by the Client's Need and Ability