The Textbook Provides Guidelines to Help You Understand the Special

Multiple Choice

The textbook provides guidelines to help you understand the special nature of the therapy relationship and develop realistic expectations about the process of psychotherapy. Which of the following is NOT one of those guidelines?

A) Therapy is a collaborative effort; if you are going to benefit from psychotherapy, you must actively participate in the therapeutic process.
B) Don't confuse catharsis with change; although it usually produces short-term emotional relief, catharsis in itself does not resolve problems.
C) Expect your therapist to make decisions for you; your therapist will often tell you what to do, reducing your stress when making important decisions.
D) Don't expect change to happen overnight; as a general rule, most people make significant progress in a few months of weekly therapy sessions.