Question

What key concepts are you most drawn to in SFBT? In narrative therapy? What do you find of interest in this key concept?

Answer 1

Solution focused brief therapy is a form of therapeutic intervention which is most suitable for overall treatment used in conjunction with other forms of therapy. It can be used for a variety of causes and with different kind of issues. Also, it is applicable for all age groups, including child behaviour problems, family dysfunction, marital discord, addiction and relationship issues. It is a goal directed and clear cut approach to therapy which aims at overall healing and attempts to find solutions to the concerns at hand rather than the problem itself. Some of the characteristics are essential reward and reinforcement of positive behaviour and growth, asking questions rather than imposing own ideas, it is a scientific and step by step process of intervention.

Narrative therapy is a technique of intervention that helps client reiterate their story in a different format or a lens for improved quality of life. Storytelling and narrative traditions are something that run deep within the culture of various groups/subgroups of different nations. This includes imagery and painting, crafts and sculpture, etc. a lot of self-exploration and self-expression would be required for the same. Moreover, for removing the inhibitions, it is essential that a lot of time for initial rapport formation and engagement is provided to the clinician and client. It is a non-linear sort of therapy since the client is in-charge of how the process is facilitated. In fact he/she becomes the navigator of the entire process at hand.