Some counseling theories do not address emotion. Counselors-in-training:
A) should not be overly concerned about addressing emotion if they plan to adopt theories such as behavior therapy or cognitive therapy, which do not emphasize feelings.
B) must master the discipline of responding to affect while learning the basic skills regardless of the theoretical approach they end up adopting.
C) should be able to opt out of learning affective interventions if they don't see the value of it.
D) should not regard these theories highly since it is well known that working through emotional issues is the key to healing.
E) both a and c

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Regardless of the theoretical approach a counselor-in-training plans to adopt, they must master the discipline of responding to affect, as emotions play a crucial role in the therapeutic process. Ignoring emotions can hinder the healing process for the client. Therefore, counselors-in-training should learn basic skills necessary to respond to emotions regardless of the theoretical approach they end up adopting.

Some Counseling Theories Do Not Address Emotion. Counselors-In-Training