After making initial progress between sessions, your client is now at a point where they are stuck and feel like they are moving backwards. The best response is:
A.
Tell the client that they need to stick to their decision and try harder.
B.
Ask the client questions about what this is helping them understand or learn about themselves, their process, or the situation.
C.
Remind the client that they will fail long term if they don’t have better support.
D.
After hearing the situation, kindly suggest what the client might be learning about being stuck.
Option B aligns with ICF Core Competency 7, "Evokes Awareness" (7.2 – Helps the client explore and gain clarity), by using questions to deepen the client’s understanding of their experience. It supports partnership (Competency 2.2) and respects autonomy (Competency 8.3), adhering to Ethics Section 1.1 (client-led process).
Option A directs the client, violating Competency 2.2 and Ethics Section 2.2 (avoiding bias). Option C instills fear and assumes failure, breaching Competency 4.1 (safe environment). Option D suggests rather than explores, missing full collaboration. B best facilitates self-discovery and growth.
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