Which grief therapy technique extends the benefits of a single weekly session and makes therapy shorter and more effective?

• A. Dream interpretation
• B. Empty chair
• C. Role-play
• D. Homework

Answer: (C)

Role-play accelerates learning by turning therapy into an active rehearsal space. When clients act out conversations, confront feelings, or practice new coping responses within the session, they test what works and receive immediate feedback from the therapist. This hands-on practice helps new skills stick more quickly, so meaningful change can occur in fewer sessions and carry into daily life. Dream interpretation focuses on symbolic meaning rather than building and practicing concrete skills. Empty chair can help express unresolved feelings, but it doesn’t systematically reinforce new behaviors. Homework extends learning outside sessions, but role-play creates in-session practice that translates into quicker, more durable progress, making the overall process more efficient.