Assessing client strengths can be achieved by __________________________________.

A) listening carefully for examples of the problems
B) suggesting interventions for the client to use
C) utilizing exceptional questions
D) directly asking about strengths, hobbies, and areas of life that are going well

Directly asking about strengths, hobbies, and areas of life that are going well is the most effective way to assess client strengths. This allows the client to share their own experiences and perspectives, which can provide valuable insight into their strengths and abilities. Listening carefully for examples of problems or suggesting interventions may not necessarily reveal a client's strengths, while utilizing exceptional questions may be helpful but not as direct as asking about specific areas of life.