Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) Practice Exam

What technique is illustrated by the statement, “Sounds like all those conceited girls have made you hurt and angry”?

1. Reflection of feeling

2. Paraphrase

3. Encourager

4. Open question

The correct answer is: Reflection of feeling

The statement “Sounds like all those conceited girls have made you hurt and angry” exemplifies reflection of feeling. This technique involves acknowledging and validating a client's emotions in order to facilitate deeper exploration of their feelings and thoughts. By articulating the emotions the client may be experiencing—hurt and anger—the counselor helps the client feel understood and supported. It encourages the client to further discuss their feelings, which can lead to greater insight and healing within the therapeutic relationship. In contrast, paraphrasing would involve restating what the client said in a different way but without emphasizing the emotional aspect. An encourager typically involves verbal or non-verbal signals that indicate to the client they should continue sharing, without addressing their feelings directly. An open question would invite the client to explore their feelings or thoughts more broadly but does not specifically focus on reflecting the client's emotional state. The use of reflection of feeling, as demonstrated in the statement, creates a more empathetic and validating atmosphere for the client.