Dr. Bradley asks Keith to make a list of his fears ranking them from the most intense fear responses to the least. Dr. Bradley acts out these situations and then asks Keith to model the behaviour. What treatment approach are these techniques most characteristic of?

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The techniques described are most characteristic of behavioural therapy, which involves identifying maladaptive behaviours and replacing them with more adaptive ones through methods such as modelling and role-playing. The ranking of fears and the use of exposure therapy (such as acting out feared situations) are also common in behavioural therapy. Cognitive therapy focuses more on identifying and changing negative thought patterns, while psychodynamic therapy explores unconscious thoughts and emotions.

Dr Bradley Asks Keith to Make a List of His