In response to a mother's report that her daughter no longer brings her tea in the morning and that it must mean that her daughter does not love her, the therapist says, "Your daughter bringing you tea fewer times a week may mean she is building friendships with girls her own age, which could be a sign she is making progress toward her goal of becoming more independent." What is the term to describe this intervention?

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This intervention is a reframing technique in which the therapist helps the mother see the situation in a new, more positive light. By suggesting that her daughter's behavior is a sign of progress toward independence rather than a lack of love, the therapist is offering the mother a new perspective that can help her feel more hopeful and less distressed.

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