Varieties of Work with Preferred Futures in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
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| Title: | Varieties of Work with Preferred Futures in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. |
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| Authors: | Zatloukal, Leoš |
| Source: | Contemporary Family Therapy: An International Journal. Sep2025, Vol. 47 Issue 3, p339-353. 15p. |
| Subjects: | Family psychotherapy, Psychotherapy, Brief psychotherapy, Goal (Psychology), Treatment effectiveness, Psychological adaptation, Motivation (Psychology), Patient-centered care, Communication, Hope |
| Abstract: | The term "preferred future" refers to the outcomes a client hopes to achieve through psychotherapy. Collaborative goal setting is a crucial component of many psychotherapy approaches. This article describes the six ways to focus on a preferred future in solution-focused brief therapy: (1) common project, (2) Vision of a preferred future, (3) goal(s), (4) skill(s), (5) values, and (6) small signs of progress. All variants are briefly expounded upon with accompanied case examples. The second part of the article focuses on the transitions from problem descriptions to various forms of work related to a preferred future, and on the transitions among different methods of preferred future conversations. The primary purpose of this article is to broaden therapists' strategies when working with preferred futures, enhancing their adaptability in managing these types of conversations with their clients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | The term "preferred future" refers to the outcomes a client hopes to achieve through psychotherapy. Collaborative goal setting is a crucial component of many psychotherapy approaches. This article describes the six ways to focus on a preferred future in solution-focused brief therapy: (1) common project, (2) Vision of a preferred future, (3) goal(s), (4) skill(s), (5) values, and (6) small signs of progress. All variants are briefly expounded upon with accompanied case examples. The second part of the article focuses on the transitions from problem descriptions to various forms of work related to a preferred future, and on the transitions among different methods of preferred future conversations. The primary purpose of this article is to broaden therapists' strategies when working with preferred futures, enhancing their adaptability in managing these types of conversations with their clients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 08922764 |
| DOI: | 10.1007/s10591-024-09725-9 |
