This case presentation is intended to provide information about client, Conrad Jarrett, and outline the proposed plan for his assessment and intervention. Conrad recently reinitiated counselling sessions to discuss concerns relating to family breakdown. Although this client has engaged in counselling previously, the current strengths and limitations present in Conrad 's life will be examined using a ecologically-based perspective. Any issues concerning diversity, social justice, or safety/crisis will also be explored in this case presentation. The assessment and intervention plan for Conrad 's counselling sessions will be based in narrative therapy. Narrative therapy is guided by a postmodern, social constructionist approach that
Herman’s Intervention Model of Recovery Therapeutic healing according to Herman, 1997, is the most important thing a therapist brings into the relationship with a client like Kathy, who has experienced any form of psychological trauma, is the formation of a healing relationship. The client’s traumatic event has left him/her experiencing a disconnection from self, others, and feelings of disempowerment. Therefore, the primary principle for the therapist is to act as a guide or an ally in reestablishing empowerment in the client toward their recovery. Throughout the healing relationship the client develops autonomy/self-determination, a rebirth of power and control, and a new sense of self (Herman, 1997).
It was a pleasure speaking with you briefly last week. I hope that you are enjoying this wonderful weather. Since the Healing Narratives class has concluded and the start of the next inside-out course has not yet been confirmed, I wanted to touch base with you regarding alternative programming at the CCDOC during the summer break. I also want to get clarity on the transcript release form process since the students enrolled in the first class, taught by Professor Moe, were not required to fill out these forms. You mentioned taking time off this summer and Professor Biagi will be out of the country visiting relatives.
Approaches such as integrative problem-solving therapy (considers object relations and problem solving) and narrative solutions therapy (draws from “theoretical assumptions found in narrative approaches”) are a few considerations when merging the theories (Yarhouse and Sells, 2017, p. 289). According to the text, there are six meta-frameworks: “sequences, organization, culture, gender, development, and internal family systems” (Yarhouse and Sells, 2017, p. 290). These meta-frameworks suggest that all family therapy work under the assumption that one or more of these are a point of concern for the family and will need to be addressed in treatment. Three tenants that first generation family therapy forms treatment plans around regardless of faith are family dysfunction, family functioning and suggested road map (Yarhouse and Sells, 2017). According to the text, there are ample models that can be applied to these tenants such as Bowenian, strategic and structural, and just as these models can be applied as needed, Christian family therapy can apply Biblical tenants and models as needed (Yarhouse and Sells, 2017).
A brief comparison between narrative therapy and family therapy will also be given. Overview of the two theories Narrative Therapy Narrative therapy is best known for being used by Michael White and David Epston. Narrative therapy commonly involves a shift in focus from more theories that can be seen as traditional. A collaborative approach is often encouraged and the therapist is also encouraged to show special interest and listen respectfully to the client’s stories. The therapist should also avoid diagnosing and labelling clients but rather enable the client to often separate themselves from the most dominant story of their life to provide a space where alternative life stories can be created (Corey, 2014).
Time seemed to have stood still from all the way up there. The wobbling platform on which I was standing couldn’t have been more than a foot in diameter. Looking down, the blurred images of my peers were all that I could see. I should have been frightened out of my mind, but strangely I wasn’t. I had conquered the 25-foot climb up the telephone pole, and although I was wearing a harness, the feeling was nothing less than exhilarating.
Alderian (Individual) therapy is yet another perspective that appeals to me. I appreciate that this theory asserts that an individual has capacity to make change in their life. When paired with a perspective that considers the multicultural identity and systemic experiences of a client, I believe that this belief can allow a counselor to equip a client with the confidence that they have agency in their lives. Additionally, I appreciate that Alderian therapy maintains a holistic approach (rather than segmenting an individual into different parts) that emphasizes the strengths and abilities of a client.
“Oh please! You guys say that you want to move into this new house because it looks great. The real reason is because the commute to my therapist is much faster. I’m fine mom and dad! I don’t need antidepressants nor do I need a therapist.
Brief Description of Video with Feminist Theory Feminist Theory emphasizes the importance of examining the role of gender in relation to the development of the person, specifically, how society influences gender roles and the development of the person. Herlihy and Park (2016) highlight five goals for the counseling process when utilizing the Feminist Theory: “equality, independence/interdependence, empowerment, self-nurturance, and valuing diversity” (p. 375). With these goals in mind, the counselor elicits positive change in client through promoting an egalitarian relationship, building a therapeutic alliance with the client, and utilizing interventions to include, but not limited to empowerment, bibliotherapy, and self-disclosure (Psychotherapy.net,
In the beginning of 2001 I was a SGT in the 82nd Airborne Division, by January 2002 I was standing in front of the Battalion Commander’s desk being read my second Field Grade Article 15 in seventy days. I was being demoted to Private First Class, being sent to Correctional Custody in Camp Lejeune, South Carolina for thirty days and being moved to a new company when I returned. The first field grade was for disobeying a lawful order from three senior NCO’s, the Brigade CSM, Battalion CSM, and my Platoon Sergeant. They had all told me in the same day at separate times to get a haircut and I failed too, the second was for stealing from the company supply room while on extra duty from the first field grade.
Though it has certain boundaries and limitations, a lot of times Marion may expect the therapist to act as the expert, instead of having to conduct the conversation themselves (Winslade & Cotter, 2002). For these reason, Narrative Therapy can be challenging especially if Marion will not be a good talker or not articulate. There are so many factors, but the only way the therapist can work well with Marion is to make her feel with an amazing self-confidence coupled with intellectual capacity and other narratives will be expressed properly. The therapist can also program some agenda for Marion to support a framework to her narrative to make her tell her stories easier. But the most important aspect of Narrative Therapy is to empower the client (Flaskas, 1999).
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“Put yourself in someone else’s shoes” is a common advice, but someone else’s shoes might not fit that well. Not only does it place you in a physically uncomfortable spot but also a peculiar state of mind. That leaves you thinking, what has been holding me back. The majority of people in the world don't take steps that challenge their comfort zone. That's because these individuals find it easier to take paths that are known to them.
Everyone will find themselves in a trial at some point in life, the difference in how individuals deal with the situation at hand can greatly impact their future. My first significant trial was fairly tame, but left a lasting impact on my life. I was sixteen years old and first driving, I like most first time drivers became overly confident and didn’t provide my full attention while behind the wheel. I was being unsafe taking focus off the road by messing with the radio. This is when I ran into the rear bumper of another car.
The completed story happens in the mind of the listener, unique and personal for each individual. Storytelling Therapy is a medium of communication between therapist and client. The communication is used as psychotherapy to influence a client to develop himself or herself in a way agreed upon between the therapist and client. The therapist incorporates verbal and non-verbal information provided by the client into the formulation and delivery of a story that affects therapeutic outcome (Stardate,
I will use a literature review to elaborate the roles of a therapist, counselor, and mentor. The overall review of this paper will be based on the findings of interviewing a therapist, counselor, or mentor. Additionally, the paper will narrow the