National Certified Addiction Counselor, Level 2 (NCAC II) Practice Exam Exam

In which therapeutic approach do clients express most of the content while the therapist listens?

1. Freudian Psychoanalysis

2. Person Centered Therapy

3. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

4. Gestalt Therapy

The correct answer is: Person Centered Therapy

In Person-Centered Therapy, clients are encouraged to express their thoughts and feelings in a safe, nonjudgmental environment while the therapist listens attentively. This approach, developed by Carl Rogers, emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship and unconditional positive regard, enabling clients to explore their emotions and experiences freely. The therapist's role is primarily to facilitate the client's self-discovery rather than directing the conversation or interpreting the client's feelings, which means that a significant portion of the session is dedicated to the client's expression of content. This helps to empower the client and promote personal growth and self-acceptance, contrasting with more directive approaches where therapists play a more active role in shaping the discussion.