Maria is a 52-year-old middle adult who has been referred to…

Maria is a 52-year-old middle adult who has been referred to physical therapy following a rotator cuff injury. She is a full-time caregiver for her elderly mother, works part-time, and is also supporting her college-aged children emotionally and financially. Despite understanding the importance of her therapy sessions, Maria frequently misses appointments and struggles to complete her home exercise program. She expresses feeling overwhelmed and guilty about not being able to “do it all.”  As Maria’s physical therapist, which of the following responses would be the most appropriate approach to improve her compliance and overall well-being?