Experiential Family Therapy (EFT) Practice Test

Congruence in Satir EFT means inner feelings align with outward expression. When someone truly feels an emotion and communicates it openly, their words, voice, and body language match that feeling. This authenticity helps others read the intended message accurately, which builds trust and safety and reduces misattunement—the disconnect that happens when what you feel isn’t what you show. This is why the described choice is the best. It emphasizes both the inner experience and its honest outward expression, which is essential for genuine connection in family interactions. In contrast, always agreeing to maintain harmony reflects a placating stance rather than authentic communication; suppressing feelings hides the true message and maintains distance; focusing only on cognitive content neglects the emotional signals that carry meaning in relationships.