A Therapist Tells a Client That All of His Troubles

question 71

Multiple Choice

A therapist tells a client that all of his troubles are caused by a set of assumptions in his mind. Thus, the troubles can be overcome by discussing the problem and figuring out the solution in a conversation. The therapist is a(n)

• A) empiricist.
• B) dualist.
• C) rationalist.
• D) behaviorist.

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Definitions:

Influencing Responses

Communications in therapy designed to guide or encourage clients toward positive behavioral or cognitive changes.

Defensive

A psychological reaction that involves denying or rationalizing away the implications of an uncomfortable truth or reality.

Discontinuing Therapy

Discontinuing therapy refers to the process of ending the therapeutic relationship or counseling sessions, typically when goals are met or due to other reasons.

Immediacy

The quality of bringing one into direct and instant involvement with something, without intermediary.