In order to make an I-message effective,the clinician should:
A) Suggest a solution while also asking the client for a solution
B) Avoid asking the client how he or she sees the situation
C) Be confident that he or she is privy to all the information and avoid searching for extenuating circumstances
D) Follow an observation that supports the client's point of view with "but" or "however" in order to add an opposing opinion

Question

In order to make an I-message effective,the clinician should:
A) ​Suggest a solution while also asking the client for a solution
B) ​Avoid asking the client how he or she sees the situation
C) ​Be confident that he or she is privy to all the information and avoid searching for extenuating circumstances
D) ​Follow an observation that supports the client's point of view with "but" or "however" in order to add an opposing opinion

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

I-messages are most effective when they include a suggestion for a solution but also open the floor for the client to offer their own solutions. This approach fosters collaboration and respects the client's autonomy and perspective.

In Order to Make an I-Message Effective,the Clinician Should