You Make an Appointment to See a Therapist And,as You

question 29

Multiple Choice

You make an appointment to see a therapist and,as you are waiting,you notice that many books on the therapist's shelves deal with the work of Aaron Beck.What would you expect from this therapist

• A) She will use counterconditioning to reverse maladaptive behaviours. 
• B) She will help you recognize and change negative thoughts and maladaptive beliefs. 
• C) She will expect you to determine the pace and direction of your therapy. 
• D) She will bring your unconscious conflicts and defences into conscious awareness.

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