Openly disapproving of clients' behavior on the basis of your personal values is:
A) Required by state law
B) Standard ethical practice
C) Unethical
D) Ethical if you're not competent to treat someone
E) None of the above

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It is not ethical to openly disapprove of clients' behavior on the basis of personal values as it goes against the principles of respect and non-judgmental attitude towards clients. As mental health professionals, we need to prioritize the well-being and autonomy of our clients and avoid imposing our own beliefs on them. The only exception to this would be situations where the clients' behavior poses a threat to themselves or others, in which case appropriate interventions should be undertaken while still maintaining a compassionate and respectful approach.

Openly Disapproving of Clients' Behavior on the Basis of Your