Which Approach Would Be Considered an Inappropriate Way for a CBFT

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which approach would be considered an inappropriate way for a CBFT therapist to confront a client's irrational beliefs?

• A) For the therapist to explicitly tell the client their belief if irrational.
• B) For the therapist to ask the client a series of questions to help them see their belief is irrational.
• C) For the therapist to replace the irrational beliefs with realistic ones.
• D) For the therapist to use and the client to accept a more hierarchical, expert stance.

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Definitions:

Common Ground

A basis of mutual interest or agreement found between differing parties during a discussion or negotiation.

Cultural Beliefs

The values, ideas, ethics, and norms shared by a group of people, which influence their behaviors and attitudes.

Louise Derman-Sparks

An educator and author known for her work in developing anti-bias curriculum strategies for young children.

Cross-Cultural Communication

The process of recognizing and understanding the differences and similarities in communication across various cultures.