Brendon believes that he is worthless,that other people do not like him,and that he will never have satisfying interpersonal relationships.To counteract this belief,Brendon's therapist says to him,"Brendon,I like and appreciate you.I enjoy interacting with you.What do you think of that?" Brendon says,"Well,if you like me,I guess it makes me think I am not such a bad person after all." In discussing these issues with his therapist,Brendon starts to think differently about himself.The therapist is using _____ with Brendon.

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Brendon's therapist is using cognitive restructuring, which involves challenging and changing negative beliefs and thought patterns. The therapist is helping Brendon to reframe his negative self-perceptions and consider alternative perspectives, such as the fact that someone does like him and appreciate him. Behavioral rationalization involves justifying negative behaviors or avoiding responsibility, rational creativity involves generating alternative solutions to a problem, and emotive analysis involves exploring and processing emotions related to a problem.

Brendon Believes That He Is Worthless,that Other People Do Not