A therapist listens carefully to a client's words and then attempts to show accurate empathy and genuineness. The hope is that the client will engage in self-examination with acceptance and honesty. MOST likely, this therapist is a _____ therapist.
A) behavior-focused
B) cognitive-behavioral
C) psychodynamic
D) humanistic

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This approach is characteristic of humanistic therapy, which emphasizes empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard to help clients explore and understand themselves more deeply.

A Therapist Listens Carefully to a Client's Words and Then