Marie is working with a lesbian client who is in a dysfunctional relationship with another woman.She is seeking counseling to sort out her options regarding leaving her emotionally abusive partner.Marie can assist her client by:
A) automatically attributing her client's problems to her sexual orientation.
B) attempting to change the sexual orientation of her client.
C) supporting her client's attempt to leave the abusive relationship,work on her abuse issues,and eventually enter into a positive lesbian relationship.
D) encouraging her client to realize how difficult it is to live in a lesbian relationship.

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Marie can best assist her client by supporting her attempt to leave the abusive relationship, addressing the abuse issues, and eventually helping her enter into a positive relationship. This approach focuses on the client's immediate safety and long-term well-being without making assumptions about her sexual orientation or suggesting it is the root of her problems.

Marie Is Working with a Lesbian Client Who Is in a Dysfunctional