Which communication technique has the leader employed? After assertiveness training. a formerly passive client appropriately confronts a peer in group therapy. The group leader states. “I’m so proud of you for being assertive. You are so good!”
The group leader has employed the nontherapeutic technique of giving approval. Giving approval implies that the nurse has the right to pass judgment on whether the clients ideas or behaviors are good or bad. This creates a conditional acceptance of the client.