Wayne is seeing a therapist to help overcome his gambling addiction problem. The therapist Wayne is seeing explained to him that an important part of therapy is to understand the reasons clients have to change their behaviors. Wayne appreciates the therapist's belief that a client's need to change should come from the client, rather than the therapist. Wayne's therapist is MOST likely practicing:

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Motivational interviewing focuses on exploring and resolving ambivalence and centers on the client's reasons for change within an atmosphere of acceptance and compassion. This approach emphasizes that the motivation to change should be elicited from the client, rather than being imposed by the therapist, which aligns with the description provided.

Wayne Is Seeing a Therapist to Help Overcome His Gambling