Interventions are based on coping Interventions are based on context 1 Corey, 2009 Individual versus systemic approaches1 Individual Family Systems Focus on Diagnosis Explore family dynamics Begin therapy immediately Invite family members into therapy Focus on causes and purposes, as well as cognitive, emotional, and behavioural processes Focus on family relationships Be concerned with individual experiences and perspectives Be concerned with trans-generational and other cultural and community perspectives.

Who does it focus on? In general, family can be defined according to the individuals closest emotional connections *Note: Becvar and Becvar (as cited in Corey, 2009) maintain that relationship therapy is a more proper term than family therapy, since many of the principles apply to relationships in general. What is the source of problem? Problematic behaviour has function in the family and is often unintentionally supported by family processes This behaviour develops from the inability of a family to operate productively It could be a symptom of trans-generational dysfunctional patterns How does change occur? Working with the entire family/relationship and not just the individual Change can occurs through cognitive, behavioural and even emotional means Families determine: Who we are How we develop How we give and receive support for survival 1 Corey, 2009 Understanding individuals through assessing their interactions with their family members is beneficial The client’s problem may not be a symptom of what is going on just for the client, but it may be a symptom of how the family system functions. This is a lifelong attachment for most of us. Why is there a need?1 We are all born into families even though we are autonomous individuals. What is it? Branch of psychotherapy that works with familial systems to nurture change and development. Presentation on theme: 'Family Systems Therapy'- Presentation transcript:Ģ TABLE OF CONTENTS History and Theoretical Frameworksįounders and Key Influences Techniques Myths of Family Therapy Strengths and Limitations Discussion Forum Questions Resources and References

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