文档介绍：Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy
Psych422
Chapter13: Postmodern Approach
(solution-focused brief therapy and narrative therapy)
Questions…
If persons see therapists, in general, what is/are the expectation(s) from their therapist?
If persons sees therapists for their problem, what is/are the final goals pleting the therapy sessions?
View of Human Nature
Assume that realities are socially constructed. There is no absolute reality.
View people are healthy, competent, resourceful, and have the ability to construct solutions and alternative stories to enhance their lives.
Help clients recognize petencies and build on their potential, strengths, and resources.
Key Concepts of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Therapy grounded on a positive orientation --- people are healthy petent
Downplay “past”, while highlight “present and future”
View people are healthy, competent, and resourceful, and have the ability to construct solutions to enhance their lives
Therapy is concerned with looking for what is working
Therapists assist clients in finding exceptions to their problems
The therapy process is to focus on creating solutions rather than talking about the problems
Basic Assumptions of Solution-Focused Therapy
People can create their own solutions
Small changes lead to large changes
The client is the expert on his or her own life
The best therapy involves a collaborative partnership
A therapist’s not knowing afford the client an opportunity to construct a solution
Therapeutic Goals
Believe clients have the ability to define their goals and the resources required to solve their problems
Focus on small, realistic, and achievable changes
Small change leads to big change
Remain goal-directed and future-oriented
., what has changed since last session?
Talk about solutions instead of talking about problems
Therapist’s function and Role
No knowing position: clients as experts about their own lives.
Create a collaborative relationships
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