What step(s) should a nutrition counselor take to effectively build a relationship with a client?

A) A nutrition counselor should establish rapport, show empathy, and form a trusting relationship.
B) A nutrition counselor should help clients identify specific behaviors to alter, help them goal set, and develop an individualized action plan.
C) A nutrition counselor should be open and honest about what the counselor is willing and not willing to do.
D) A nutrition counselor should design realistic behavior change strategies to facilitate positive action.
E) A nutrition counselor should help clients identify specific behaviors to alter and design realistic behavior change strategies to facilitate positive action.

Building a relationship with a client is important in the field of nutrition counseling as it can enhance the effectiveness of the counselor-client interactions. Establishing rapport, showing empathy, and forming a trusting relationship are considered key factors for building a strong relationship with a client. Once a trusting relationship has been established, a nutrition counselor can then help clients identify specific behaviors to alter, help them goal set, and develop an individualized action plan, as mentioned in option B. However, without a strong relationship, clients may not be as likely to follow through with the recommendations. Option C is also important, but it only addresses the counselor's communication style and not the building of a relationship. Option D is also important, but it does not address the initial steps required to establish a trusting relationship with the client. Option E is a combination of options B and D, but it does not emphasize the importance of establishing a relationship before moving on to goal-setting and action planning.