Solution Focused Narrative Therapy

by Linda Metcalf

Introduces a Powerful New Brief Therapy Approach

This groundbreaking book is the first to provide a comprehensive model for effectively blending the two main postmodern brief therapy solution-focused and narrative therapies. It harnesses the power of both models-the strengths-based, problem-solving approach of SFT and the value-honoring and re-descriptive approach of Narrative Therapy--to offer brief, effective help to clients that builds on their strengths and abilities to envision and craft preferred outcomes.

Authored by a leading trainer, teacher, and practitioner in the field, the book provides an overview of the history of both models and outlines their differences, similarities, limitations and strengths. It then demonstrates how to blend these two approaches in working with such issues as trauma, addictions, grief, relationship issues, family therapy and mood issues. Each concern is illustrated with a case study from practice with individual adults, adolescents, children, and families. Useful client dialogue and forms are included to help the clinician guide clients in practice. Each chapter concludes with a summary describing and reinforcing the principles of the topic and a personal exercise so the reader can experience the approach first hand.

Key Describes how two popular postmodern therapy models are combined to create a powerful new therapeutic approach-the first book to do so
Includes case studies reflecting the model's use with individual adults, children, adolescents, and families
Provides supporting dialogue and forms for practitioners
Authored by a leading figure in SFT and its application in a variety of setting
Presents an overview of the history of both models

Genres: Psychology

234 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 1, 2017

About the author

Linda Metcalf, Ph.D., is a former Classroom Teacher, Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She is the author of ten books on solution focused therapy. Her research interests include relationship building between teacher and student, the use of solution focused therapy in regard to special education referrals, sexual abuse and addictions. Dr. Metcalf has presented her work extensively throughout the US, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, Norway, Germany, and UK. She is a Professor in the Department of Education at Texas Wesleyan University, and Coordinator of the School Counseling Program. She is also the President of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.

Reviews

[Isai · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has changed the way I practice therapy. It was like taking all the things I knew, mixed them, and baked them to get a delicious cake. It's great that it gives you a ton of examples of how to apply the techniques. It seemed a bit repetitive at first, but then I realized that it was exactly what I needed to understand the information and be able to apply it. It covers many situations where you can use this therapy, so you get a good idea of how to do it. Of course, I feel obliged to say this, but it's not enough to read in order to comprehend. You need to put it into practice. There are infinite situations and they are never exactly the same (but, come on, did I really need to say it?).

[James Cliff · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent resource for therapy with a range of client groups

I was very impressed with how Linda weaved so well the narrative and solutions focused frameworks within this book. This is an excellent resource text for therapists and counsellors.

[Joseph Jacob · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book, with good intervention suggestions. Good for integrative therapists with strong foundations in CBT and for those who have practiced for several years.

[Eric Lee]

practical with academic rigor.
love it

[travesia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Me ha encantado. La perfecta combinación de teoría clara y concisa, bien explicada para cualquiera aunque sea tu primera aproximación a la terapia narrativa y/o a la terapia centrada en soluciones, junto con muchos casos prácticos de los que se aprende muchísimo, y además ejercicios al final de cada capítulo dirigidos a profesionales, que también se pueden adaptar a pacientes. Me gusta mucho este planteamiento de ofrecernos ejercicios de revisión personal a las profesionales ya que no debemos perder de vista la importancia de trabajarnos para acompañar bien.
Sin duda lo recomendaría a cualquier persona interesada en la terapia.