A particular therapist often directly challenges client statements such as "I must complete my assignment perfectly in order to feel worthwhile," and "Everyone must love and approve of me." This therapist's approach is most consistent with the principles of which of the following systems of psychotherapy?

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Rational-emotive behavior therapy (REBT), developed by Albert Ellis, focuses on identifying and challenging irrational beliefs and cognitive distortions, such as the ones mentioned in the statements.

A Particular Therapist Often Directly Challenges Client Statements Such as "I