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Carl Whitaker and Family Therapy, 2005.
Discusses the influence of psychotherapist Carl Whitaker on family therapy.
2,934 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 37 sources, APA, $ 86.95
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In the first segment of this paper the techniques and theoretical perceptions used in symbolic/experiential family therapy are outlined. The paper mentions that Virginia Satir and Walter Kemplar are also seen as having had equal, initial importance in the birth of experiential family therapy. However, the paper concentrates mainly on the work of Carl Whitaker and his colleagues, whose style of therapy differs greatly from that of Satir and Kemplar. The second section of this paper paints a picture of how these sessions of symbolic, experiential therapy might appear in order to give the reader a deeper understanding of the applicability of Whitaker's somewhat unconventional methods.
Paper Outline
Introduction
Carl Whitaker
Basic Model
Theoretical Concepts
Strengths
Shortcomings
Fit With Systems Theory
Current Research
Conclusion
References
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"Anxiety and confusion are increased through use of metaphors, teasing, humor, free association, fantasy, confrontation or silence. The underlying premise being that the way to promote individual growth and family cohesion is to liberate effects and impulses. This is often referred to as "expanding the symptom" and is done to refocus the family members on the problem as within the family, as opposed to one person having the problem. (Connell, et al.; 1999, pp.53)"
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Experiential Family Therapy, 2007.
An overview of the concept of experiential family therapy.
1,164 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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Experiential theory is an application that holds that people learn how to act in life by watching those in their circle.This paper presents an exploration of experiential family therapy. The writer examines the premise and structure of experiential theory and integrates the application of it with the ideas of Virginia Satir and Carl Whitaker. The writer also discusses a family and the use of experiential theory within that family's needs.
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Introduction
Experts in the Field
Experiential
Case Study
Conclusion
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"Using experiential theory as a base, the therapist should the family members to begin sharing feelings once a day with each other. As long as the family member choose another family member once a day to discuss a feeling or emotion with, the therapist does not set any other boundaries other than the receiving family member has to listen without comment or judgment then repeat back to the speaker what they believe the speaker was trying to say. A chart can be constructed for the younger children in which they place a face depicting how they are feeling that day on the day of the week. For instance if they are feeling sad they would place a sad face on the chart. Happiness will be denoted by a happy face. The parents need to be encourage to ask the children to talk about the face they chose and why they chose it. "
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"The Family Crucible", 2007.
A review of "The Family Crucible" by Augustus Napier, Ph.D. and Carl Whitaker, M.D. on the topic of family therapy.
2,864 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 85.95
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In "The Family Crucible" authors Augustus Napier, Ph.D. and Carl Whitaker, M. D. worked together as co-therapists doing family therapy. They take the reader through a step-by-step introduction and explanation of what family therapy involves. The paper discusses how the authors wrote this book since they believe family therapy is a more effective way to help people and that eventually it will replace individual therapy. The authors also hoped to increase public awareness of family therapy as an option. The book is written conversationally and covers in-depth the experience of one family's year-long therapy. The paper contends that the use of one in-depth family case history throughout the book makes the book consistently interesting and not just theoretical.
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"The therapists at this juncture must "call the shots" and insist that all family members who live under the same roof be present before therapy can begin because the family as a whole has to change. In the case history which forms the first chapter of the book, the son did not appear for the first meeting because the family was not yet committed to the idea of therapy. He was "elected" not to come, probably by something the parents said clued him in that it was okay to stay away. This particular family, the Brices, was seeking therapy because the parents were having trouble with their teenage daughter. Mother and daughter were fighting all the time."
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Carl Rogers and Therapy, 2004.
An overview of the Rogerian theory of personality development.
700 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 24.95
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In Rogerian therapy, the therapist enters into the client's ?phenomenological world? and, in mirroring this world, the therapist does not disagree, point out contradictions, or delve into the unconscious. This paper explains the key ideas of Carl Rogers's theory of personality development. It examines a 1995 study, which hypothesized that empathy is positively related to creativity and expressiveness and links the findings of this study to Rogers's theory.
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"The results provided support for the hypotheses that empathy (affective sensitivity) is ?positively related to creativity and is inversely related to dogmatism,? but does not support the hypothesized positive relationship between empathy and expressiveness (Carlozzi, Bull 1995).The findings suggest that ?more creative individuals are more empathic that less creative individuals?the sensitivity that creative people manifest toward environmental stimuli may include affect experienced by other people in their environment? (Carlozzi, Bull 1995). Moreover, it supported the hypothesis that less dogmatic or more open-minded individuals are more empathic than dogmatic or closed-minded persons, due to the fact that open-minded individuals are ?less likely to distort incoming messages, their perceptions of affective messages communicated by others may be more accurate? (Carlozzi, Bull 1995)."
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Gestalt Therapy and Behavior Therapy, 2006.
An analysis of Gestalt therapy and behavior therapy.
1,280 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper reviews and analyzes Gestalt and behavior therapy. According to the paper, Gestalt therapy is a psychological system that stresses integration of body and mind factors by developing self-awareness and personal responsibility. The paper goes on to discuss behavior therapy, stating that there are several approaches to cognitive-behavioral therapy, including rational emotive behavior therapy, rational behavior therapy, rational living therapy, cognitive therapy and dialectic behavior therapy.
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"Therefore, the therapeutic process encourages the client to interact with the environment, as a group, as an individual, and on many different levels, with different techniques, from using battacca bats to whack furniture, to imaging and interacting with the image in their mind by conversing with it out loud. The techniques used in therapy vary as widely as the therapists and clients, from principles based on Holism, Field theory, figure formation, organismic, the concept of the Now and "unfinished business." The therapist dialogues with warmth and caring, yet remains "invisible," as the client is encouraged to interact with the field (environment). The client must think of him- or herself as an abstract area in a limitless "field," thus, therapy is "unpredictable," or follows moment to moment dictum. (Doermann, 2002)"
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"The Family Crucible", 2002.
A review of the book "The Family Crucible: The Intense Experience of Family Therapy" by Augustus Napier and Carl Whitaker.
1,229 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper examines the above book which uncovers various aspects of family structure and family dynamics in relation to the concept of family therapy and group discussions and counseling. It looks at how it provides a clear guide as well as a detailed insightful account of family relationships and how our perceptions, attitudes, beliefs and psychological existence affect our role as friends, family members, spouses and human beings or social animals. It also details how it provides ample material for normal families that undergo change, stress and difference of opinions and how it highlights the various pragmatic techniques involved in family therapy and offers thought-provoking accounts pertaining to the problems within the family structures.
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"The language, though is kept quite professional throughout the book, sounds not only interesting but remains spell-binding, compelling the reader to go on and on until the magnum opus culminates. The authors have done a great job in selecting words and putting them together in such a manner that with ease, the reader can understand while the writer skillfully manages to put the message across. For instance, when Napier writes on page 2, ?Here was that perpetually awkward moment: not knowing whether to shake hands. There is a social component in the beginning of a family therapy, but there is also a professional distance? (Napier & Whitaker, 1988, Chapter 1). With simple words used adequately and artistically, the tone is made effective and what goes on in the mind of therapists or co-therapists and the minor confusions that they face as well as the professional requirements that they are to meet and social responsibility that they have to shoulder, all put in one single sentence."
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Family Therapy & Art Therapy, 1987.
Describes & compares approaches & suggests possible integration. Discusses founders, concepts, techniques and results.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 111.95
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" Family therapist, Walter Kempler, worked for a brief time with pioneering Gestalt therapist Fritz Perls who greatly influenced the development of Kempler's concepts of dealing with whole families in therapeutic situations. Although the two agreed on many principles, Kempler finally parted professional company with Perls on the issue of the therapist's involvement in the sessions. Perls thought that the therapist should be outside the immediate encounter, and Kempler believed that the therapist should not hide behind any device whatsoever (Kempler, 1973, p. 13).
Kempler, Perls, and others important in the field of family work--Virginia Satir and Murray Bowen--held that the family constellation is the most valuable and appropriate unit for(...)"
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"The Family Crucible", 2002.
This paper critiques the book "The Family Crucible: The Intense Experience of Family Therapy" by authors Carl Whitaker and August Napier.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses that, in Whitaker and Napier's examination of process of family therapy, the authors find that the most progressive way of exploring conflict within families is structured through the family systems model, in which all behaviors of the family are addressed in order to assess the sense of commonality that unites the different aspects of the family.
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Carl Rogers and Client-Centered Therapy, 1978.
This paper reviews psychological literature to discuss the philosophy, methods and effectiveness of humanist, non-directive therapy techniques; focus is on Carl Rogers.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 18 sources, $ 111.95
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"The purpose of this paper is to review some of the literature dealing with client-centered therapy. Client-centered counseling and therapy was a radical departure from the field of therapy. It began in December 1940 when Carl R. Rogers, its leading exponent, presented a paper on the attitude and orientation of the counselor at the University of Minnesota. The paper later became a chapter in Rogers' controversial book, Counseling and Psychotherapy (1942). Basically Rogers proposed that therapy be nondirective rather than the current practice of directive techniques.
Counseling and Psychotherapy, unlike other writings, was almost entirely theory-free and empirical in tone. Controversy ensuing from the publication of Rogers' book has not yet subsided. The development of theory and research in all areas ... "
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Symbolic-Experiential Theory of Counseling, 2005.
Examines Carl Whitaker's Symbolic-Experiential Family Systems Therapy.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 63.95
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This paper presents a brief examination of Carl Whitaker's Symbolic-Experiential Family Systems Therapy, looking at its history, strengths, weaknesses, quirks, and applicability. The paper also examines how the therapy fits into Christian thought.
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"The ultimate basis for Carl Whitaker's Symbolic-Experiential theory of counseling can be traced back to Alfred Adler and the use of an holistic theory of personality and model of psychopathology in combination with a humanistic philosophy. Adlerian psychotherapy speaks of challenging clients through a type of Socratic dialogue where they are encouraged to correct mistaken assumptions, attitudes, behaviors and feelings about themselves and the world. The objective of therapy is to replace exaggerated self-protection, self-enhancement and..."
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Reality Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy, 2004.
Compares and contrasts two different schools of thought on counseling.
5,400 words (approx. 21.6 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 191.95
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This paper takes a look at Reality therapy and client-centered therapy, comparing and contrasting the approach that each therapy takes to counseling. The paper discusses humanistic theories and self-actualization, as well as the theories of Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers. The paper also talks about the fundamental task of all therapists.
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"Humanistic theories and related therapies including client-centered or person-centered therapy regard people as unique, self-determined and worthy of respect and see human development as guided by a variety of human needs. Key humanistic theorists include Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers, both of whom take a holistic view of human growth that attempts to account for all of the diverse aspects of human experience. Humanistic theories propose that individuals pursue self-actualization and the acquisition of unconditional positive regard..."
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, 2006.
An overview of cognitive behavior therapy, focusing on the roles of the therapist and patient and how it compares to other therapies used in psychology.
3,375 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 6 sources, $ 133.95
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This paper discusses cognitive behavioral therapy and the elements of its practice. It also explores the therapist and patient roles of cognitive behavioral therapy, and how it relates to other therapies currently used in psychology. Adlerian therapy, person centered therapy, existential therapy, Gestalt therapy, reality therapy, solution oriented brief therapy, multi-modal therapy, feminist therapy, and rational emotion behavior therapy are discussed and contrasted to traditional cognitive behavioral therapy. Through these comparisons a focus on the central characteristics of these therapies is evident, providing a framework for patients and professionals to determine which therapy would be most effective for the needs of particular patients.
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Brief Therapy, 2002.
This paper is an extensive review of Brief therapy (?Solution-Focused Brief Therapy?), which uses practical strategies to help clients make significant positive changes in their lives in a relatively short period of time.
2,280 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 70.95
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This paper states that Brief Therapy contrasts markedly with the psychoanalytic approaches because Brief Therapy focuses on what is going on in the client?s life at the time of the therapy and does not delve into the subconscious or early childhood experiences. The paper also reviews Gestalt Therapy and cognitive therapy and their relationship to Brief therapy. The paper is well researched.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Implementation
When is Brief Therapy Appropriate?
When Brief Therapy Is Not Appropriate?
Related Research
Questions Raised by Brief Therapy
What Do We Need to Know about Brief Therapy?
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"Therapists who use brief therapy have specific tasks to accomplish with their clients. They have to learn skills and techniques used with solution-focused therapies. It helps for them to be open to new ideas regarding how to guide people to actively make changes in their lives. They need to be able to use several approaches with skill and flexibility, as a client may become stuck and need an innovative way to move forward."
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Traditional Psychoanalysis vs. Behavioral Family Therapy, 2002.
This paper compares two therapies that almost are as different as therapies can get: Traditional psychoanalysis and behavioral family therapy.
1,480 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 48.95
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This paper contrasts both traditional psychoanalysis and a newer tradition, behavioral family therapy and looks at their applicability in different situations. The author explains that psychoanalysis, developed by Freud, helps the client gain more awareness and understanding of their inner world including motivations. The author points out that behavioral family therapy, a melding of behavior therapy and family therapy, assumes that all behavior is learned, or conditioned, and can be unlearned and changed and that the family, viewed as a system, is the focus of this learning.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Description
Comparison
Depth/Insight
Focus on Family
Goals
Length of Therapy
Meaning Orientation
Conformity
Application to Different Situations
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"While they both emphasize family, they do so in very different ways. In psychoanalysis, the therapeutic arrangement is between the therapist and the individual. Family members are not brought into the therapeutic alliance. In family therapy, the family is the unit that works with the therapist. The family is not separated out, but placed at the center of the working process."
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Family-Centered Therapy, 2006.
A comparison between the family systems therapy approach and that of the individual therapy style.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 3 sources, $ 106.95
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Distinguishing between types of therapies is beneficial for those seeking to make change within social settings with specific or unique needs. Family centered therapies are one of the many different therapy strategies that can be applied to facilitate change. However while individual therapy tends to be defined as a relationship between two individuals with the purpose of achieving therapeutic change, the family systems therapy approach takes a more integrated process towards the close social units in which the individual seeking therapy resides. This paper identifies differences between the traditional individual therapy style of therapy and the family systems therapy approach.
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