Known for strategic and problem-solving therapy, often utilizing paradox, and studying Milton H. Erickson.

• A. Milton H. Erickson
• B. Carl Rogers
• C. B.F. Skinner
• D. Jay Haley

Answer: (D)

Strategic and problem-solving therapy with paradoxical interventions are hallmarks of Jay Haley. He helped develop Strategic Family Therapy and is known for using paradox, directives, and task assignments to disrupt dysfunctional interaction patterns and move families toward change. Haley drew on Milton H. Erickson’s indirect techniques and reframing his ideas into a practical, solution-focused framework, emphasizing how to solve presenting problems by changing the way family members relate to one another. This distinguishes him from Milton H. Erickson, who is celebrated for hypnotherapy and indirect suggestion rather than a formal strategic therapy approach; Carl Rogers is known for client-centered therapy, and B.F. Skinner for behaviorism and operant conditioning.