They display high intellectual level; sophisticated cognitive pattern and fluid articulate speech. In terms of these factors, they match up with Bowen family therapy procedure and goals. Especially Bowen approach’s emphasis on individuality as protecting family union will fit their worldview. However, especially Emily and Richard might be more suspicions about the effectiveness of the therapy and little bit more resistant toward therapy procedure as compared to Lorelai and Rory due to their age, and orthodox lifestyle
Treatment Plan
Primary therapy goals for Gilmore family are:
• Increase each member’s self-differentiation to find a balance point individuality and togetherness.
• Understanding the past and present problematic relationship
• Detriangulation and increasing the awareness of each member’s role in the family to decrease anxiety level
As a general rule of the therapy, establishing rapport is highly important. Gilmore family members are such smart and intellectual individuals. They often become sarcastic and use it as a way of résistance. Therefore, the therapist is more likely to need to prove her/his expertise and find a sophisticated way to establish a good rapport with