Keeping client information confidential is ____.

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Confidentiality is both an ethical and a legal obligation for therapists. It is essential for building trust and ensuring the effectiveness of therapy. The statement that it is only an ethical obligation is incorrect because there are also legal requirements for confidentiality in therapy, such as HIPAA regulations in the United States. However, the other options are more clearly incorrect, as confidentiality is a critical component of therapy across various approaches (not just psychoanalytic therapy), it is not assured in all circumstances (there are exceptions, such as when there is a risk of harm), and it is certainly an essential part of therapy, not just desirable.

Keeping Client Information Confidential Is ____