Solution-Focused Brief Therapy With Families

This much-needed manual presents a flexible and culture-sensitive, solution-focused approach to family therapy, grounded in research evidence and full of useful clinical examples and compelling case vignettes that offer detailed practice-based knowledge. A must-read, both for family therapists who look for practical clues on how to integrate solution-focused techniques in their practice, and for solution-focused therapists who have not yet dared to apply the approach in family therapy sessions. -- Mark Beyebach, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychotherapy, Public University of Navarre, Pamplona and Tudela, Navarre, Spain; coauthor of Changing Self-Destructive Habits: Pathways to Solutions With Couples and Families Franklin and Kim describe the nuts and bolts of solution- focused brief therapy (SFBT) with families through practical examples, dialogues, handouts, tables, and other learning resources. These respected, experienced solution-focused authors give a thorough account of SFBT’s cross-cultural change process and its empirical, conceptual, and historical foundations. Putting this manual into action will enhance practitioners’ efforts to help families change with dignity. -- John J. Murphy, PhD, Psychologist, Professor Emeritus, University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR, United States; author of Solution-Focused Therapy The foundational book, Solution‑Focused Brief Therapy With Families, edited by renowned leaders in the field, Cynthia Franklin and Johnny S. Kim, provides evidence-based tools and techniques for impactful brief therapy sessions with both individuals and families. Emphasizing collaborative, language-based solution-building, it covers the development of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) and essential elements such as constructing meaning, activating strengths, developing client goals, solution-focused scaling, and using questions to catalyze change. This makes it an invaluable resource for professionals dedicated to positive, goal-driven therapy. -- Anne Bodmer Lutz, BSN, MD, Executive Director, Institute for Solution-Focused Therapy; Assistant Professor, University of Massachusetts, United States This is a very important book for clinicians who want to help families change by using solution-focused principles and practices. Up-to-date, well-researched, readable—it’s all here: theoretical foundations, evidence base, step-by-step guides to therapy sessions, key techniques, and copious case examples with their solution-focused dialogues. Most importantly, all the content is directed toward inspiring the moment-by-moment effective practice with families. -- Peter De Jong, MA, PhD, MSW, Researcher, International Microanalysis Associates; coauthor with Insoo Kim Berg of Interviewing for Solutions Written by two experts, Dr. Cynthia Franklin and Dr. Johnny S. Kim, who have devoted their careers to researching and practicing solution-focused brief therapy, this treatment manual provides a step-by-step guide to clinical practice with helpful case examples and addresses important processes in treatment including dealing with emotions and crisis situations. Solution-Focused Brief Therapy With Families is a must-read for those who are interested in learning this strengths-based and family-centered approach to working with families. -- Mo Yee Lee, PhD, Professor, The Ohio State University College of Social Work, Columbus, OH, United States; coauthor of Solution- Focused Treatment of Domestic Violence Offenders: Accountability for Change