Theories can take on a deeper meaning when you examine them in the context of real clients and their experiences. For example, you might not see a purpose in exploring how the feminist perspective of social work practice applies to the experiences and presenting concerns of a war veteran, like Jake Levy from the Levy Family program case study. However, an exploration into transpersonal theory or cognitive behavioral theory, given Jake’s trauma from the war, might offer support for one aspect of his treatment plan. How might the integrative theories you explored recently inform your work with a client such as Jake Levy? How might you apply one of those theories to Jake’s presenting concerns?

For this Discussion, review the research you conducted on integrative theories over the last several weeks. Also, review the Levy Family video case in this week’s resources. Then, think about which theory you think best applies to the Levy Family video case and why.
By Day 3
Post an explanation of the theory you think best applies to the Levy Family video case and explain why. Then explain what social work skills you might use to apply the theory you selected to the Levy case.