Questions: In order to overcome an eating disorder, Sevilla's therapist works to change her distorted ways of thinking and self-defeating actions by helping her learn to identify such behaviors. What kind of psychotherapeutic orientation does this exemplify? classical conditioning counseling cognitive-behavioral therapy client-centered therapy systematic desensitization

The answer is cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Classical conditioning involves learning through association and is typically used to treat phobias and anxiety disorders by creating new associations to replace the problematic ones. It does not primarily focus on changing distorted thinking patterns.

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a psychotherapeutic orientation that focuses on identifying and changing distorted thinking patterns and self-defeating behaviors. It is highly effective in treating eating disorders by helping individuals recognize and alter their negative thoughts and behaviors.

Client-centered therapy, developed by Carl Rogers, emphasizes providing a supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings and thoughts without judgment. While it is beneficial for many issues, it does not specifically target distorted thinking patterns and behaviors in the structured way that CBT does.

Systematic desensitization is a behavioral technique used to reduce phobic responses through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation. It is not typically used to address the cognitive distortions and self-defeating behaviors associated with eating disorders.