Psychodynamic Case Summary

Gladding, S. T. (2010). Family therapy: History, theory, and practice (5th ed.). Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Pearson.

"Furthermore, Selekman believed there are assumptions that benefit those who deal with resistant adolescents and their families. The assumptions are extremely practical and provide therapists a new lens for viewing the tough adolescent case. Each of the guiding assumptions provides a wellness perspective on adolescent problems, families, and brief therapy. Matching our treatment to the state of change will foster a cooperative relationship. Therapists must specify the level of the change. That is the key to adolescent resistance. Next positive relabeling can describe a withdrawn adolescent as a thoughtful teenager" (2005, p. 32).

My first assumption of family therapy was to involve the parents and the individual that had the problem. This book explored further what it

I encouraged the mother to bring in her two daughters and partner to do family therapy. After a few visits, client brought in her 16 year old daughter and 18 year old daughter. The 18 year old did not want to be in therapy because of conflicts she had with her mother and partner. The 18 year old preferred to have individual counseling first. I then recommended her to another therapist at the clinic. The 18 year old only stayed in the session for 20 minutes. However, the 16 year old remained in the session and was relieved she was able to finally talk.

He showed an adequate effort to participate in the session. Rapport was established and adequately maintained throughout the duration of the session. He was attentive during the session. Ty’Kevinyon made good eye contact and his affect was normal. He stated that his behavior has remained good. He mentioned that he has been utilizing the anger strategies. His mother reported that his behavior has been good. She stated that he has mainly followed her rules at home. Ty’Kevinyon agreed to continue using the strategies for anger management. The strategies are designed to assist in providing alternative ways to address anger. He agreed to behavior in a manner that is acceptable and appropriate. MHP advised that he uses the self-control strategies. Ty’Kevinyon stated that he will try to convey his anger suitable statements and healthy physical outlets. He stated that his mother has been supportive. Ty’Kevinyon mentioned that he will continue to obey the rules at home. He stated that he will continue to work on his

Intervention: MHS reintroduced herself to the client as him counselor. MHS facilitated a family session in the home. MHS explained her role, the purpose of the program, and allowed the client to speak freely about things he wants help with. MHS allowed the client discuss some of his behavioral issues. The client reports that he fights a lot with his siblings. The client shared why he fights with his sibling, the client said they take his things and they are not nice to him. The client and his sibling began to yell and blame each other for all the fighting in the home. MHS asked the mother to shared with the MHS some concerns she has with the client behavior.

dividual was open and responsive throughout the counseling session. Individual answered questions asked by the clinician. Individual stated he was feeling fine. Ind stated, as a joke, he hasn't had any angry outburst since his nephews went back to Florida. in a serious tone, Individual disclosed, his angry outbursts has decreased because he got use to the idea that his grandfather has dementia and that things at home are not going to be the same. Ind shared that all of them are taking care of the grandfather, and that was bothering him, but not anymore. Ind also shared that in the past, he had frequent angry outbursts with his brother Shaun, but not anymore. When questioned about what exactly he did to change this situation, Ind answered they

Rapport was established and adequately maintained during the session. His grooming was adequate, and he was cooperative during the session. He made good eye contact and his affect was normal. No S/H ideations. Ty’Kevinyon stated that his day was going well. He mentioned that he still deals with problems at school. He noted that his peers try to provoke him to do wrong and get in trouble. Ty’Kevinyon reported that he was involved in an argument last week. His mother stated that his behavior was still a concern. She mentioned that he gets angry extremely fast. Ty’Kevinyon agreed to use the strategies provided by the MHP. He seemed to enjoy the strategies for anger management. He stated that his family has been supportive. No at-risk indicators noted. His overall progress with this treatment was good. Ty’Kevinyon stated that he will exhibit positive behavior this

The treatment goal is for the client to learn effective ways to manage her anger. The primary goal is for the client to identify strategies and techniques that will allow her to deal with her anger and to recognize events and cues that can trigger her anger to intensify. Another goal is for the client to analyze family patterns and how her family dealt with anger and other emotions and how past interactions can impact her current thoughts, feelings and behaviors. By identifying strategies and recognizing cues and past patterns the client will be able to focus on managing her anger and using effective techniques in order to reduce her anger.

therapy aims to improve family relations, and the family is encouraged to become a type of

This particular article focused on the family adaptation of Mode Deactivation Therapy (MDT) called Family Mode Deactivation Therapy (FMDT). It involves the same methods as MDT but works with the family throughout the therapy. Dependent variables included internalizing and externalizing behaviors that were measured with the Child and Behavior Checklist (CBCL), anger that were measured by the Strait-Trait Expression Inventory (STAXI-2), and aggression measured by behavior tracking sheets. The study questioned if FMDT would be able to lesson and prevent future internalizing and externalizing behaviors, anger, and aggression. MDT began with cognitive theory and the subsequent development of Cognitive Therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is what MDT was developed from, but MDT also includes parts of Dialectical Therapy, Mindfulness, and acceptance. The literature review in this study is extensive and explains the material thoroughly.

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In the scenario, the family which consisted of 17 year-old-Lisa and her mother Ms. Bowler, were mandated to attend monthly therapy sessions. In the therapy sessions the therapist implemented Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy (MDFT). MDFT is an integrated and comprehensive, family-centered treatment for youth experiencing problems and disorders. According to Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy, “it prevents out-of-home placement; and focuses on key areas of the adolescent’s life by providing effective and cost-efficient treatment (An Evidence-Based Intervention.)”. The model targets a range of youth behavior problems that consist of substance abuse, delinquency, antisocial and aggressive behaviors, school and family problems, and emotional difficulties. Its overall goal is “to eliminate substance abuse, crime, delinquency, and to improve mental health, school, and family functioning. It aims to improve the adolescent’s coping, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, and enhance family functioning, which is a critical ingredient in positive youth development (An Evidence-Based Intervention.)”. This model was chosen during therapy because it has many factors that will contribute to the anticipated improvements in Lisa and Ms. Bowler.

This essay is intended to evaluate one therapeutic intervention or theory that may be used in Family therapy. The theory being examined is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or for short CBT. The essay will begin with defining CBT and discussing the underlying principles, techniques and concepts of the approach. Some practical examples and scenarios of utilizing CBT will then be explored. Then the essay will proceed to a discussion on the advantages and disadvantages of this therapeutic intervention. Finally a conclusion regarding employing such techniques will be made.

Jessica and her family have been court order to receive therapy resulting from several court appearances in which the court heard the intensity of the conflict among the family members. There is a history of distrust amongst family members, negative communication towards and about family members and of abuse displayed in both physical and verbal formats. Jessica is currently at risk for not passing onto the next grade level due to poor academic performance and a significant increase in school truancy. Considering Jessica’s history of ongoing negative conflict, solutions-focused therapy shall be applied to move away from the negative conflict amongst family members with a positive focus on outcomes that can be observed quickly in the process