Becoming a Solution Detective: A Strengths-Based Guide to Brief Therapy

by John Sharry, Brendan Madden, Melissa Darmody

If you are interested in making your practice solution-focused quickly and effectively, look no further than this text. The authors, co-founders of the Brief Therapy Group, demystify the process of psychotherapy, making the concept of solution-based therapy accessible and relevant for newcomers to the field and for professionals seeking to apply SFBT principles in their own practices. The book s hands-on approach allows practitioners to adopt the authors' simple, self-teaching style and apply it to their work with clients. Practical information is included on:


the differences between the solution-based approach and traditional therapy establishing a successful therapeutic alliance with clients determining detailed, meaningful goals for the client mapping the client s journey to a solution possible dead ends in applying this type of therapy and much more!
As an academic textbook, it is ideal for individual study in a variety of courses, including social work, counseling, nursing, psychology, education, and any other helping professions.

184 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 22, 2011

Reviews

[Marsha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good examples for how to effectively use solution focused, strength based therapy