Which is not a typical component of informed consent?

• A. The therapist's personal beliefs about the client
• B. Purpose and nature of services
• C. Risks and alternatives
• D. Confidentiality limits

Answer: (A)

Informed consent centers on giving the client clear information to decide whether to engage in treatment. This includes explaining the purpose and nature of the services, discussing potential risks and alternatives, and outlining the limits of confidentiality. The therapist’s personal beliefs about the client do not belong in this process; sharing such beliefs would blur professional boundaries, could unduly influence the client, and isn’t information needed for the client to decide about treatment. Since the other components provide relevant details for an informed choice, they fit, while personal beliefs do not.