Roger is a single father of two young daughters and has been dating Cheryl for the past 2 years. He recently learned that his company is going to be downsizing. Although Roger is financially stable, he is worried that his job is in jeopardy. He hasn't told anyone of the situation. Cheryl and his daughters have noticed that Roger is irritable and doesn't seem to be interested in doing anything. He is experiencing headaches, restlessness, and insomnia. Roger decides to seek professional help and starts seeing a cognitive therapist. Which one of the following approaches is Roger's therapist LEAST likely to use?

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Cognitive therapists do not dismiss clients' concerns or fears, and telling someone "there is absolutely nothing to worry about" is not a common technique. Instead, the therapist will likely encourage the client to examine their thoughts and beliefs about the situation and work towards developing a more balanced and realistic view. Encouraging Roger to identify his fears and examine them logically, helping him accept that the worst-case scenario may not happen, and exploring ways to cope with the stress are all techniques that a cognitive therapist is likely to use. However, suggesting that Roger disclose his fears to Cheryl may not be the best course of action without first discussing it with him and examining any potential relational dynamics.

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