Which of the following groups of people might be reluctant to seek professional counseling or therapy?
A)Ethnically diverse clients
B)People in rural environments
C)Older adults
D)All of the above
E)Both a and c

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All of the above groups have been found to have barriers to seeking professional counseling or therapy. Ethnically diverse clients may experience stigma or cultural beliefs that discourage seeking mental health services. Those in rural environments may have limited access to mental health providers or fear confidentiality breaches due to close-knit communities. Older adults may feel shame or discomfort in admitting they need help, as well as mistrust of the mental health system due to historical mistreatment of elderly patients.

Which of the Following Groups of People Might Be Reluctant