Combined Individual/Marital Therapy: A Conflict Resolution Framework and Ethical Considerations |
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Authors: | Susan Heitler |
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Affiliation: | (1) 4500 East 9th Avenue, Suite 660, Denver, Colorado, 80220 |
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Abstract: | This paper illustrates how couple and individual treatment formats can be intertwined. A conflict resolution theoretical framework structures treatment around three goals: (1) relieving symptoms (anger, depression, and marital distress), (2) facilitating resolution of the couple's conflicts, and (3) building communication and conflict resolution skills. The literature review focuses on why combining individual and couple therapy is often important for married clients. Two Bicycles, an illustrative case incorporating both conjoint and individual interventions, is presented and analyzed with regard to when each format seems beneficial. Ethical and practical issues raised by dual format treatment include potential harm, informed consent, dual roles, confidentiality, and time and financial costs. |
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Keywords: | conflict conflict resolution couple therapy individual therapy depression anger integration integrative therapy marriage marital problems |
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