A treatment frame helps establish and maintain which of the following?

• A. Confidentiality
• B. Client autonomy
• C. Healthy boundaries in treatment
• D. Scheduling flexibility

Answer: (C)

At its heart, a treatment frame is the structure that defines how therapy is conducted—the rules, routines, and boundaries that shape the therapeutic relationship. This structure makes clear what is expected, what is allowed, and how sessions unfold, which is how healthy boundaries in treatment are established and kept. When boundaries are clear, both client and clinician know what behavior is acceptable, when to seek help, how information is shared, and how sessions proceed, creating a safe, predictable environment that supports trust and accountability. While confidentiality and client autonomy are important components of ethical practice, the frame’s main function is to anchor the boundaries and process of treatment; scheduling flexibility is not the primary focus.