Therapist responses to unsolicited comments include:
A) ignoring the intrusion
B) responding to the unsolicited responder but steering the conversation back to the intended addressee
C) allowing the unsolicited comment to open up a new conversational topic
D) * all of the above

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Each option represents a valid response a therapist might use when dealing with unsolicited comments. Ignoring the intrusion, redirecting the conversation, or allowing the comment to introduce a new topic are all strategies that can be employed depending on the context and therapeutic goals.

Therapist Responses to Unsolicited Comments Include