The Authors Describe the Characteristics of an Effective Counsellor

Multiple Choice

The authors describe the characteristics of an effective counsellor. By including this information in the chapter, they are hoping to convey the message that:

A) if you do not possess all of these characteristics, you are doomed to fail in the helping professions.
B) deficits in these qualities almost always require years of psychoanalysis.
C) you should develop your own concept of what personality traits you think are essential so that you can promote your own personal growth.
D) those who possess all of these qualities can ignore the requirement to participate in clinical supervision.