The Tidal Model Analysis

“Life is a journey undertaken on an ocean of experience. All human development, including the experience of illness and health, involves discoveries made on the journey across that ocean of experience” (Barker, 2001a, p. 235). The Tidal Model theory was developed around water as its core metaphor, theorizing that human experiences, like water, are constantly in motion and always unpredictable (Barker, 2001a). Water resembles a force that can work against a person when in crisis by damaging their ship. However, once work is completed to repair their ship, water is available once again to set sail to the ship and guide it towards a new path in life (Barker, 2001a). Phil Barker’s work on The Tidal Model began in the late 1990s, and since then …show more content…
By using the Tidal Model as a guideline, they could begin by focusing on the world dimension of the model in order to achieve a better picture of Violet’s wants and needs. The world dimension requires that the client share their thoughts, feelings, and beliefs with the healthcare provider in order to foster understanding through holistic care (Clan Unity Ltd., 2000). Barker outlines ten important factors for achieving this goal with the client. These factors include: discovery of the origin of the problem, past problem function, past emotional context, developmental history, relationships, current emotional context, holistic content of the client’s view, holistic content of client’s self-concept, the client’s needs, wants and wishes, and the client’s expectations (Barker, 2001c). This part of the assessment would serve to give Lena and the caseworker a better understanding of what Violet’s challenges are in regards to managing her schizophrenia, and what problems she feels arise because of it. By completing a biopsychosocial assessment on Violet and establishing therapeutic communication with her, the healthcare providers would take a step towards helping her reclaim control of her …show more content…
This dimension focuses on the client’s need for emotional and physical security. During the assessment, Lena can help Violet by using an assessment format called the personal security plan. This format consists of twelve questions that focus on the client’s perspective regarding their own safety, what factors might help them in feeling safer, and how the interprofessional team can aid in this dynamic process (Barker, 2001c). Using this method, Lena could determine whether or not Violet feels safe in her home environment and what concerns she might have about being in a hospital setting. An essential part of Violet’s immediate treatment is to help her realize that she has the autonomy to make decisions about her own care. By confronting her fears and threats to her emotional stability, Violet can learn new coping mechanisms and self-help strategies that will ultimately contribute to her