Termination phase begins when clients' problems are resolved and is discussed during orientation, but when does it actually begin?

• A. It Begins Immediately After the First Session
• B. It Begins When the Client Is Discharged
• C. It Begins During the Orientation Phase but Ends with Discharge
• D. It Is Discussed During Orientation and Begins When Problems Are Resolved

Answer: (D)

The key idea is that ending therapy is a planned part of treatment that starts early but is triggered by progress. Termination is introduced at the outset—in orientation—to prepare the client, set expectations, and outline how gains will be sustained. The actual start of termination happens when the problems have been resolved or goals are substantially met, at which point the plan shifts toward relapse prevention, follow-up, and ensuring skills are in place to maintain change. Discharge marks the end point, not the moment the process begins. This approach explains why the best answer holds that termination is discussed during orientation and begins when problems are resolved.