To assist Mr. Masood in addressing his alcohol addiction, the therapist initially explores if his dependency is related to his wife's actions. This approach is most typical of which type of therapist?

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a therapist focused on biological treatmentsa therapist who analyzes unconscious conflictsa therapist who works with family dynamicsa therapist emphasizing thought patternsnone of the above

Explanation

The therapist's interest in the influence of Mr. Masood's wife's behavior on his addiction reflects the perspective of a family therapist, who considers relational and systemic factors in psychological issues. Biomedical therapists concentrate on physical or medical interventions, psychoanalysts focus on unconscious motivations, and cognitive therapists emphasize changing thought processes.