Communication in Therapy

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What is the primary purpose of good communication skills in a therapist?

  • To make the client feel comfortable
  • To minimize the use of non-verbal cues
  • To make the difference between a poor service and an excellent one (correct)
  • To show off verbal communication skills

What percentage of communication is from the words you use during a conversation?

  • 90%
  • 7% (correct)
  • 55%
  • 38%

What type of questioning skills are used to start and open a conversation?

  • Leading questions
  • Closed questions
  • Open questions (correct)
  • Rhetorical questions

What is an example of non-verbal communication (NVC) mentioned in the text?

<p>Body language (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is smiling important during a conversation, even over the phone?

<p>It changes the shape of your mouth and the tone of your voice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using closed questions in a therapeutic consultation?

<p>To gain a short response and confirm information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of positive non-verbal communication?

<p>Leaning slightly forward to show interest (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a therapist look for in a client's body language to determine if they are not interested or adopting defensive body language?

<p>Leaning back, crossed legs, and arms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to repeat back what the client has said during a consultation?

<p>To summarize and confirm understanding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggested ratio of listening to speaking in a therapeutic consultation?

<p>Two ears and one mouth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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