The principle of genuineness requires that the counselor disclose every thought, opinion, and feeling to the client so that there will be no feeling of distance.

The principle of genuineness requires that the counselor disclose every thought, opinion, and feeling to the client so that there will be no feeling of distance.

• A. Cannot be determined
• B. True
• C. False
• D. Not sure

Answer: (C)

Genuineness in counseling means the therapist is authentic and aligns inner experience with outward behavior. It does not require sharing every thought, opinion, or feeling with the client. Self-disclosure is used selectively and purposefully, to aid the client's growth, model openness, or build trust, while maintaining appropriate boundaries and protecting the client’s welfare. Revealing every private thought could overwhelm the client, blur professional boundaries, or create dependency, so the idea that there should be no distance by disclosing all inner thoughts isn’t correct. The appropriate stance is honest and transparent communication within professional limits.

Genuineness in counseling means the therapist is authentic and aligns inner experience with outward behavior. It does not require sharing every thought, opinion, or feeling with the client. Self-disclosure is used selectively and purposefully, to aid the client's growth, model openness, or build trust, while maintaining appropriate boundaries and protecting the client’s welfare. Revealing every private thought could overwhelm the client, blur professional boundaries, or create dependency, so the idea that there should be no distance by disclosing all inner thoughts isn’t correct. The appropriate stance is honest and transparent communication within professional limits.