Effective planning strategies have the following characteristics:
A)Plans should be complex,having generous timelines,and be stated within the limits of the motivation and capabilities of each client.
B)Before taking action,evaluate the plan to determine if it is realistic,attainable,and reflects what the client needs and wants.
C)The counselor needs to take responsibility for determining ways of carrying out plans outside of the helping relationship.
D)Helpers should encourage clients to develop plans that are contingent on others so they can be supported in their efforts.

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Effective planning strategies should always be evaluated before taking action to ensure that they are realistic, attainable, and reflect the needs and wants of the client. This helps to increase the client's chances of success and prevents setting them up for failure. Choices A, C, and D are not necessarily characteristics of effective planning strategies.

Effective Planning Strategies Have the Following Characteristics