Wanda's weight-loss counselor has observed that she has a self-defeating pattern of beliefs and cognitions about her inability to control overeating.Specifically,when she eats something that is not allowed on her diet,she instantly loses hope and ponders over her weak willpower.Wanda's counselor is trying to encourage her to think otherwise and continue with her diet routine even if she waivers a few times.In this case,the therapist is utilizing a technique called

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The technique being used by the therapist in this scenario is cognitive restructuring, which involves challenging and changing negative thought patterns and beliefs. The therapist is encouraging Wanda to adopt a more positive mindset and to believe in her ability to continue with her diet despite setbacks, and this falls under the umbrella of cognitive restructuring. Positive reinforcement involves rewarding desirable behaviors, self-monitoring involves tracking and analyzing one's own behavior, and self-punishment involves punishing oneself for undesirable behaviors, none of which apply to this scenario.

Wanda's Weight-Loss Counselor Has Observed That She Has a Self-Defeating