Which of the following therapist responses would NOT be appropriate with a hostile client?
A) Genuine feedback
B) Lecturing
C) Emotional validation
D) Reframing
E) All of the above are appropriate

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Lecturing would not be appropriate with a hostile client as it may intensify their defensiveness and resistance to therapy. The other responses (genuine feedback, emotional validation, reframing) are all appropriate as they can help build rapport and create a therapeutic alliance with the client.

Which of the Following Therapist Responses Would NOT Be Appropriate