A Satir-oriented therapist says, "I think that part of the reason you may be pulling away is that you want closeness and connection so badly; if you were to be rejected, you would be devastated." What strategy is the therapist using?

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Empathetic conjecture is used by the therapist to make an educated guess about the client's internal experience, aiming to deepen understanding and empathy. This approach helps in exploring underlying feelings and motivations that the client may not have fully articulated.

A Satir-Oriented Therapist Says, "I Think That Part of the Reason