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: