Question

Nancy's therapist encourages her to think about her strengths rather than her weaknessesand to develop a habit of thanking others when they compliment her or provide emotional support. The therapist's approach best illustrates

A) psychoanalysis.
B) client-centered therapy.
C) cognitive-behavioral therapy.
D) virtual reality exposure therapy.

Answer 1

The correct answer is letter C

Cognitive behavioral therapy emerged with the aim of correcting distorted thoughts and relieving depressive symptoms. According to Beck: "It is a cooperative process of empirical investigation, reality testing and problem solving between the therapist and the patient".