__________ involves the ability of counsellor to reflect on what the client says and feels using different words.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option 2: Paraphrasing
Option 2: Paraphrasing — Correct. Paraphrasing involves the counsellor restating or reflecting the client's thoughts, feelings, and experiences in different words to show understanding and encourage further communication.
Other Options:
Option 1: Empathy — Incorrect. Empathy refers to understanding and experiencing the client's feelings from their perspective. While paraphrasing may demonstrate empathy, empathy itself is not the technique of restating the client's words.
Option 3: Authenticity — Incorrect. Authenticity refers to the counsellor being genuine, honest, and congruent in interactions with the client.
Option 4: Unconditional Positive Regard — Incorrect. Unconditional positive regard means accepting and valuing the client without judgment, regardless of what the client says or does.