National Counselor Exam Prep (NCE)

Answer - D - Although an active social life might be enjoyable, as well as prevent stress, it is not one of the personal characteristics of an effective clinician. Having good interpersonal skills and qualities similar to what people most value in friends are characteristics that also make an effective clinician, such as being friendly and likeable, self-confident, healthy self-esteem, and the ability to affirm others rather than diminish them.