Family Therapy Case Studies

He attends group/family therapy Monday, Thursday and Friday 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm and on Wednesday 5 pm to 8:30 pm. At this time Dionisio is compliant with the program rules. He also attends the program every day. Dionisio mention that he likes attending the High Focus Centers program and meeting with his counselor

Momary represent Draper’s mother and sister however, the line around her waist is symbolic of the transition from childhood to adulthood. In this novel Draper Doyle is seen talking to his manhood and he states that it looks like an “aged child” (49). This act of speaking to his manhood represents him speaking to himself and an aged child is just what Draper Doyle is. Draper once woke mid-pee from the Momary dreams but after the last dream he awakens to find that he has ejaculated signifying that Draper is maturing. After the last dream Draper is able to uncover his repressed memories and reveal the truth surrounding his father’s death.

Through Garnet’s struggles and success of finding his real home, Richard Wagamese outlines the importance of people having a home.

I also have been attending these meetings in order to learn about the residents as well as interject when possible the behaviors that I have seen. I collaborate with staff in order to help these gentlemen

Over the last semester, I got to shadow at Prowers Medical Center (PMC) Rehabilitation Center. I shadowed the occupational therapist Jeannie Cooper. As I shadowed, I was able to observer procedures and learn what an occupational therapist does. The first thing I ever learned that there was three kinds of patients that Jeannie saw: out patient, in patient, and home health.

The Mental Health profession that I am interested in is Marriage and Family Therapist. A Marriage and Family Therapists or (MFTs) for short are mental health experts trained in psychotherapy and family systems. They are also licensed to diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders concerning married couples, couples in general and families. These types of therapists treat a long range of clinical problems like depression, marital problems, anxiety, child-parent problems and many more. Their job is to help people work through their problems in their relationships and rebuild them.

Those clients are treated during the day and can get home at night. the clients are offered different programs in which they can reside at their home but are supposed to visit the rehab center for treatment on fixed appointments. Partial Hospital or Day Treatment Programs: Partial Hospital or Day Treatment Programs are better known as a higher level outpatient addiction treatment. These are the programs which need the clients meet for approximately 4 hours, 5 or 7 days a week. The long hour consultation as well as treatment focus on the overall development of the clients as well as help them to prevent from the possibilities of re-addiction.

The first known controlled trial study on the efficacy of systemic family therapy at the Milan State University. A longitudinal prospective study was conducted to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of systemic family therapy in the treatment of patients suffering from schizophrenia, as compared to a control case sample composed of patients undergoing routine psychiatric treatment. At the end of 2 years, an improved clinical course and a better pharmacological compliance in the group of patients with systemic family therapy was shown. Hence it is vital to advocate for family psycho-education during the early phase of treatment for the patients with schizophrenia and their

Throughout the narrator’s burdensome journey, the author’s style, the setting, and the other characters help contribute to his dynamic change,

Genogram: Is a family tree constructed by the therapist. It looks at past relationships and events and what impact these have on the person’s current emotional technique Systemic Interpretation: Views depression as a symptom of a problem in the larger family. Communication Training: Dysfunctional communication patterns within the family are identified and corrected. ◾Group Therapy.

The client, Chase Robinson, is a 5 year old African American male. The child’s family was referred to CPS after a family friend’s 2 year old son died while being supervised by Chase’s biological mother, Amber Robinson, father, Chance Robinson, and a live-in friend, Anthony Coleman. The case was then transferred to Child Protective Services On-going after Amber, Chance, and Anthony were arrested on first degree murder charges. Chase’s maternal aunt, Octavia Carter, now has temporary custody of Chase and his two younger siblings. Ms. Carter also has 5 children of her own, ranging from ages 5-10.

CM conducted a CFT/Court hearing at the Jersey City Courthouse for Leandro Fontoura (Youth). In attendance were Jasmine Alexander (CM), Daniela Pacheco (parent), Leandro Fontoura (youth), Edna Davie (YES- Coordinator), Rate Maza (YES- Intern) and Lee Kennedy (MRSS- Crisis Intervention Specialist). The Strength and Needs Assessment was completed and the crisis plan was reviewed. Needs and strategies were discussed and family vision was reviewed.

Monitoring: Attendees: Ray Onyesoh (HWE), Abrahim Masuod (youth) and Asif (brother) Objective: BHH-HWE conducted a FTF with Abrahim at his family residence Height:5'9 Weight:205Ibs Medication: Inhaler Missed school days: Summer break ER: None Upcoming appointments: Discussion: Asif (brother) reported that Abrahim is doing well in the home and is in compliance with his probation terms. Abrahim was meeting with his Mentor during the visit.

Pt is 43 years old AA female who decided to return to OMHC after the program that she attended, Universal Counseling, was closed down. Initial admission to OMHC was around 2012. Pt has been diagnosed with PTSD, Bipolar, and Anxiety Disorder in the past. Her depressive episodes started at the age of 13 and after she was sexually assaulted by distant uncle. She later developed aggressive behavior around late teen and was involved in numerous arrests, starting the age of 18.

Roca Inc. Established in 1988, Roca Inc. utilizes an evidence based intervention model to disrupt the cycle of violence and poverty. This program places young at-risk populations on a positive trajectory – those who have entered the criminal or juvenile system, those involved in criminal behaviors, those who may have dropped out of school, or those who have been too difficult for other programs. Staff members work to help participants identify their intrinsic abilities. Programs within Roca Inc. are designed to teach about issues of relapse and to use failure as a learning tool.