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You find that your client, Karen, is not making progress in therapy, even after nine months of working on a weekly basis. You suspect that she might have a personality disorder, although you don't know which type. She does not get along well with other people and often is hard to connect with in the therapy. Karen has experienced periodic episodes of depression for many years, and has sought therapy before. If you consult with a colleague about your "therapeutic impasse" with Karen __________________________.
a. you must tell her about the consultation
b. you must get her permission to discuss confidential information with the consultant
c. you do not need to get her permission as long as you don't reveal her identity to the consultant
d. you do not need to get her permission as long as you discuss only relevant information with the consultant