To repair their relationship,Andrew and Betty obtain help from a family therapist.After de-escalating their problematic interactional cycles,the therapist asks the couple to accept their own disowned needs,to accept their partner's evolving construction of the situation,and to create emotional engagement with each other.Lastly,the therapist tries to consolidate new patterns of attachment behavior.Which approach does this description best represent?

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The focus on de-escalating interactional cycles and creating emotional engagement suggests the use of Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT). The description also mentions consolidating new patterns of attachment behavior, which is a key goal of EFT.

To Repair Their Relationship,Andrew and Betty Obtain Help from a Family