A structured approach to disengagement in family therapy with child-focused problems |
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Authors: | Alan Carr PhD |
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Institution: | (1) Department of Psychology, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland;(2) Clanwilliam Institute Ireland, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland;(3) Clinical Psychology Training Programme, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland |
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Abstract: | The aim of this paper is to describe a structured approach to managing the disengagement process. Six distinct disengagement scenarios are first outlined. Thereafter, phasing out therapy, dealing with family belief systems concerning the permanence of improvements and relapse management are discussed. Ways in which disengagement from specific episodes of therapy may be construed as part of an ongoing therapeutic relationship and the practicalities of recontracting for further episodes of therapy, handing over cases, and referring cases on to other professionals are considered. An approach to therapeutic failure analysis is presented. Finally, ways in which disengagement may lead to significant loss experiences are discussed. |
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Keywords: | family therapy child-focused problems disengagement from therapy |
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