Assessment Description The textbook describes the importance of empathy and presence. What are two things that you could do to prepare yourself to be fully present with your clients? How does your res

Assessment Description

The textbook describes the importance of empathy and presence. What are two things that you could do to prepare yourself to be fully present with your clients? How does your response relate to GCU's "Statement on the Integration of Faith and Work” found in the Class Resources. What role does psychological fitness play for a counselor’s presence? Without empathetic presence, what might a client infer? Include at least one scholarly source to support your response. Cite any scholarly references accordingly using in-text citations and a reference list.This discussion question is informed by the following CACREP Standard:2.F.5.f. Counselor characteristics and behaviors that influence the counseling process.