A 60-year-old man with no prior psychiatric history, recently diagnosed with stage III lung cancer, presents with overwhelming anxiety and feels unable to cope with his treatment plan. He has generally functioned well throughout his life with strong social supports. His PMHNP uses praise to reinforce his prior coping strengths, provides reassurance, helps normalize his emotional response to the diagnosis, and assists with practical decision-making about his care. Which psychotherapy approach best describes this intervention?