A client really feels good about the therapist she has chosen, seems to be making progress, and really wants to please her therapist. This is an example of a _______, which can influence the success of therapy regardless of the method used.
A)contradictory factor
B)glitch
C)nonspecific factor
D)"sugar pill"

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This scenario is describing the nonspecific factors of therapy, such as the therapeutic alliance between the client and therapist and the client's motivation to change. These factors can have a significant impact on the effectiveness of therapy regardless of the specific therapeutic approach used.

A Client Really Feels Good About the Therapist She Has