NARRATIVE THERAPHY Flashcards
(26 cards)
Who created Narrative Therapy?
Michael White and David Epston
What is the primary focus of Narrative Therapy?
The client’s experience and the stories they tell themselves
What is the goal of Narrative Therapy?
To help the client deconstruct the problem-saturated dominant story and create preferred outcomes
What does ‘problem-saturated story’ refer to?
A narrative that dominates a person’s life, often limiting their sense of agency
Fill in the blank: In Narrative Therapy, the person is not the problem, but _______.
the problem is the problem
What are the key concepts of Narrative Therapy?
- Listen to clients with an open mind
- Encourage clients to share their stories
- Demonstrate respectful curiosity
- Separate the person from the problem
What is the first step in the therapeutic process of Narrative Therapy?
Collaborate with the client in identifying (naming) the problem
What is meant by ‘externalization’ in Narrative Therapy?
Facilitating awareness of being separate from the problem
What role do questions play in the therapeutic process?
Generate experience rather than gather information
True or False: Realities in Narrative Therapy are seen as socially constructed.
True
What are the general goals of Narrative Therapy?
- Separate the problem from the client
- Empower the client
- Co-create a revitalized story
- Witness the emergence of the new story
What is the significance of ‘sparkling moments’ in therapy?
They represent exceptions to the dominant problem-saturated narrative
What is one limitation of Narrative Therapy?
Therapists must be skilled in implementing brief interventions
What is the ultimate goal of re-authoring in Narrative Therapy?
To collaboratively construct a new, empowering narrative for the client
How does the therapist demonstrate care in Narrative Therapy?
By showing interest, respectful curiosity, and openness
Fill in the blank: In Narrative Therapy, therapists adopt a _______ position.
not-knowing
What is the first question to help externalize anxiety for Sarah?
When did anxiety first start to have a significant impact on your life?
What is the impact of Sarah’s anxiety on her life?
- Decreased academic performance
- Social withdrawal
- Limited participation in enjoyable activities
What does ‘mapping the influence of the problem’ involve?
Understanding how the problem affects various aspects of the client’s life
What is an example of a unique outcome for Sarah?
Successfully completing a challenging presentation
What is essential when therapists approach a client’s story?
To avoid imposing preconceived notions about the client’s experiences
What does the process of ‘amplifying unique outcomes’ focus on?
Highlighting the client’s agency and competence
Fill in the blank: The narrative therapist’s role is to create a _______ relationship.
collaborative
What type of questions help in identifying unique outcomes?
Questions that explore specific actions, thoughts, and feelings associated with exceptions
