Empirical research on empathy suggests that it contributes to positive treatment outcomes in four ways. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of these ways?
A) Empathy improves the therapeutic relationship.
B) Empathy directly encourages clients to think and behave in more adaptive ways.
C) Empathy can provide a corrective emotional experience.
D) Empathy facilitates client self-exploration.
E) These are all ways that empathy contributes to positive outcomes.

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The other four options are mentioned as ways in which empathy contributes to positive treatment outcomes in empirical research. Option B is not mentioned as one of these ways.

Empirical Research on Empathy Suggests That It Contributes to Positive