During A Professional Counseling Session

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Based on my beliefs, values, and experiences, I think the most important thing a counselor does during a professional counseling session is to be trustworthy. The first thing counselors should have their clients do it fill out and sign a confidentially form before a client begin their sessions. Counselors need to form a trusting bond with their clients. Having your clients fill out an agreement form shows them that you are a professional and care about their thoughts and feelings. It is important for counselors to respect what their clients are saying to the during their sessions. Whatever is said in the counseling room should say in the counseling room. Counselors need to make their clients feel comfortable in their office, so it is important

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