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A therapist is a trained professional who provides psychotherapy or counseling services to individuals seeking help for psychological issues. They use various therapeutic techniques to help clients improve their mental health and well-being.

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What approach would be most effective for a therapist to utilize when working with a client who is struggling with both anxiety and depression?
Which principle might be compromised if a therapist shares information about their client's hallucinations with another professional without client permission?
Which unethical action might occur if a therapist disregards a child’s motor skills while drafting their therapy plan?
If a therapist learns from an adolescent client that they are engaging in risky behaviors but hasn't harmed themselves or others, what is the most ethical course of action?
What's the most effective approach for a therapist to help an individual dealing with a phobia of elevators?
If a client displays intense anger towards their therapist during sessions, how might a psychoanalyst interpret this behavior?
How might a therapist following Maslow's theory ethically address a client's unmet love and belonging needs?
What ethical considerations should a therapist bear in mind when applying Carl Rogers' concept of genuineness to their practice?
According to humanistic theory, how might a therapist approach the treatment of a client experiencing acute stress disorder?
Why would a therapist use exposure therapy technique for someone who has a phobia?
Why would a therapist use aversive conditioning during a person's addiction treatment?
Which treatment method is likely used by a therapist following the cognitive approach for someone suffering from phobias?

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