A therapist describes a patient who believes her personal worth is tied to each task she performs.She draws negative conclusions from very little evidence,amplifies minor mistakes into major character flaws,and suffers from repetitive thoughts that remind her of her flaws.You conclude that the therapist holds which theoretical orientation?

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The therapist's focus on the patient's thought patterns, such as drawing negative conclusions from little evidence and amplifying mistakes, aligns with cognitive-behavioral therapy, which addresses dysfunctional thinking and beliefs.

A Therapist Describes a Patient Who Believes Her Personal Worth