Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Client knowledge refers to the awareness individuals have regarding any interventions used by psychologists during therapy sessions. It involves being informed about any techniques utilized in treatment.
Related terms
Therapeutic alliance: The collaborative relationship between therapist and client based on trust, empathy, and mutual goals.
Self-disclosure: When therapists share personal information with clients during therapy sessions.
Covert sensitization: A technique used in therapy where clients imagine negative consequences associated with unwanted behaviors.