The concept of verbal following is demonstrated when the helper
A)further explores the topic by focusing on significant others in the client's life.
B)further explores the topic by focusing on the client's past.
C)shifts topics to collect additional information about the client.
D)does not add any new ideas and reacts only to what the client has just said.

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Verbal following occurs when the helper does not add any new ideas or shift the topic, but instead reacts only to what the client has just said. This technique is used to show the client that the helper is actively listening and is interested in what they have to say. Therefore, the correct option is D, as it describes this concept accurately. The other options (A, B, and C) involve the helper either adding new topics or exploring new ideas, which is not what verbal following entails.

The Concept of Verbal Following Is Demonstrated When the Helper