DrLightstone Works with Her Patients to Draw from Many of Their

question 20

Multiple Choice

Dr.Lightstone works with her patients to draw from many of their strengths and successes in her therapy sessions.She often stresses the importance of achievements,strengths,and well-being while not dwelling on past issues of abuse,depression,and unmet goals.Based on the description of her work,Dr.Lightstone is likely to utilize a ______________ approach to therapy.

• A)structural psychology
• B)optimist psychology
• C)transient psychology
• D)positive psychology

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