Solution Focused Therapy Theory

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The rationale of this paper is to demonstrate my understanding of two paradigms and my ability to critically evaluate the theories merits in helping Nancy navigate through her challenges. I am predominantly cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) however, I have chosen Solution Focused Theory and Narrative approach to help Nancy and her family. Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) is a strength based therapeutic approach where clients are encouraged to take an active role in identifying exceptions and doing more of what works for them (Berg, 1994; De Shazer, 1994).
SFT believe that problem-focused thinking keeps people from discovering effective solutions (Nichols & Davis, 2016). Another reason why I chose SFT is because the model does not label or pathologize
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From the information given in the case study (see Appendix II), Lily seems like a happy girl, like any 6-year-old. She is not bothered by the name calling some of the school girls calls her. Ben on the other hand loves recess, which means that he loves to play, which is typical of boys of that age. He seems not to be interested in education but thrives in sport activities. Eli seems to be interested in his subjects, but his last report card was not as good as the previous ones and he also likes sports like Ben. Nancy interjecting seems to me that she feels Eli may not be capable of something, which to me seems like Nancy feels Eli is not capable of some things that is not sport; but it would be good if she lets him be himself and speak up for himself. Nancy on the other hand is being a stay at home mom for 14years, whose role has been to care for her children. Nancy cleans and organises the house all the time which could be a result of being bored at home. I would be setting a goal with Nancy about self care and taking time out for herself more, though she has network of neighbourhood women she could spend time with them. Nancy has a close relationship with his brother, Joe. On the other hand, while Nancy’s life revolves round the house, Rick’s …show more content…
I would use the Genogram (Appendix III) to get information about their families of origin, their relationships, marriages, births, and deaths. A Genogram is a tool that is used to trace family patterns, relationship conflicts, cut-offs, and triangles (Nichols & Davis, 2016).
Rick’s genogram shows that he has distant his sibling, Jessica or and his family members besides his mother. In addition, his hectic work could be the reason why he isolates himself from his family whenever he was home. Having said this, SFT is not interested in why Rick is the way he is, but instead will explore possible solutions of how to have family bonding time with Rick. From the information provided, there is addictions, illnesses, and abuse from Rick’s family of origin which could have an impact on him.
Nancy on the other hand is emotionally fused with Rick which makes her overbearing that she puts all her energy into the children and housework. Nancy could also be cut-off because of the abusive she suffered as a child and the fact that she did not have the relationship she desired with her dad.
With all that happened in Nancy and Rick’s family of origin, SFT will explore goals like communication building, and will not judge based on what has happened in the past but will work on the exceptions in their

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