A Friend of Yours Is in Therapy for Depression and Has

A friend of yours is in therapy for depression and has been asked to keep a diary of all her negative thoughts about herself and her circumstances. What is the likely goal of her therapist?

A) to get your friend to acknowledge problematic thought patterns so they can be modified
B) to highlight the defence mechanisms which cause id-ego conflict
C) to increase self-concept congruence
D) to outline the rewards and punishments needed to change her behaviour