In existential counseling,the counselor-client relationship involves cultivating the type of presence that characterizes I-Thou connections.The experience of the client is best described in which of the following statements?

A) The client's inherent tendency to strive for positive growth is activated.
B) The client is able to develop awareness and differentiate self from non-self.
C) The client is encouraged to promote social change to reduce forms of oppression.
D) The client feels "seen" and "heard" on a profound level.

In existential counseling, the focus is on creating a deep and meaningful connection between the counselor and client, characterized by an I-Thou presence. The goal of this relationship is to help the client feel truly seen and heard, allowing them to explore their deepest thoughts, feelings, and desires. This type of connection is critical for helping clients gain greater self-awareness, make positive changes in their lives, and find meaning and purpose in their experiences. While the other options may also be important in existential counseling, they do not directly reflect the experience of the client in the counseling relationship.