From that "first thing," the authors help readers to imagine a future where drinking is not a problem and to specify small, concrete, obtainable goals that will make that future a reality. Neither the humiliation of "hitting bottom" nor a lifetime commitment to AA is necessary to make this approach work. Instead the individual learns to recognize exceptions (times when drinking is not a problem), catch himself "doing things right," handle setbacks, and revise the "miracle picture" when things arent working. Highly practical, The Miracle Method is a radically new and effective...
From that "first thing," the authors help readers to imagine a future where drinking is not a problem and to specify small, concrete, obtainable goals...
The authors successfully utilize solution-focused therapy in their work with problem drinkers, but it is their philosophy of working with clients--and within clients' belief systems--to encourage change that is at the heart of their model. The model, grounded in the philosophy of solution-focused brief therapy, introduces a paradigmatic change in the approach to substance abuse treatment. Rather than treating a problem drinker, Berg and Miller work with clients to treat problem drinking. The authors' refreshing blend of respect for their clients and optimism about their ability to stop...
The authors successfully utilize solution-focused therapy in their work with problem drinkers, but it is their philosophy of working with clients--and...
It describes the process of solution-focused intervention in a step-by-step fashion and includes case examples, sample assessment forms, and advice for how this approach can be adapted to a variety of service programs.
It describes the process of solution-focused intervention in a step-by-step fashion and includes case examples, sample assessment forms, and advice fo...
It focuses on the question, "How can child protection professionals actually build partnerships with parents where there is suspected or substantiated child abuse or neglect?" The authors bring the solution orientation to child protection work, expanding the investigation of risk to encompass signs of safety that can be built upon to stabilize and strengthen the child's and family's situation. The philosophy behind this approach is clearly articulated through ten practice principles that serve as guiding beacons for child protection workers as they traverse the rough waters of abuse and...
It focuses on the question, "How can child protection professionals actually build partnerships with parents where there is suspected or substantiated...
This recipe for reforming child protective services is being followed in many public child welfare agencies, with growing success. InBuilding Solutions the authors explain how to conceptualize, implement, and sustain this hopeful and positive frame in a daily practice for dedicated frontline workers as well as for those in supervision, management, and administration. The book has two parts. In the first, the authors put child protective services in context, introducing the system and their new approach, giving a brief history of child protection in the United States, and setting the...
This recipe for reforming child protective services is being followed in many public child welfare agencies, with growing success. InBuilding Solu...
Commentary by the authors elucidating the most recent advances in and answers to FAQs about solution-focused therapy make this a treasury of valuable information.
Commentary by the authors elucidating the most recent advances in and answers to FAQs about solution-focused therapy make this a treasury of valuable ...
