A 39-year-old man is having difficulties with his wife. He tells his therapist she yells at him when he engages in a certain behavior. A strategic therapist might use the technique of reframing. Which of the following is the best example of reframing in this scenario?

Choice A reason: This response is exploratory and reflective but does not reframe the behavior. It focuses on the client’s perception rather than offering a new interpretation of the wife’s actions. Choice B reason: This is a classic example of reframing—interpreting the wife’s yelling as an expression of love and frustration rather than aggression. It shifts the meaning of the behavior to reduce defensiveness and promote insight. Choice C reason: This is a mindfulness-based intervention, asking the client to stay present with their emotions. It is therapeutic but not reframing. Choice D reason: This statement simply reflects the client’s feelings and does not offer a new perspective or interpretation of the behavior.