In counselor's role for group member selection, which practice best reflects ensuring appropriate membership while respecting autonomy?

• A. Counselor explains reasons for meeting with applicants
• B. Counselor elicits applicants' reactions to group participation
• C. Counselor assesses applicant's situations by engaging them in expressing their views of the situation and goals in joining the group
• D. Counselor provide orientation upon acceptance into the group

Answer: (C)