Discussion 01:The Case of Ryan
Please complete 1, 2 & 3 in answer format according to the bullets
1. Instructions:
• Please conceptualize the presenting problem through the lens of the psychodynamic family therapy. In doing so, please use the major concepts of his theoretical framework such as: ego functions, defenses, transference, holding environment, attachment system, attachment styles, good enough parenting, introjection, and blueprints for future relationships.
• Formulate three assessment questions using the psychodynamic family therapy approach.
• If you were to have a session with Ryan and his father, John, what would you focus on? What would be your therapeutic goal and how would you achieve it? What type of interventions would you utilize? Why did you select this intervention? Please utilize the principles of psychodynamic family therapy in setting up your treatment plan.
2. Instructions:
• Please conceptualize the presenting problem through the lens of Carl Whitaker’s Symbolic-Experiential Family Therapy approach. In doing so, please use the theoretical assumptions of his model including the following: view of the family and client, view of marriage, and view of life and growth.
• Formulate three assessment questions using the Symbolic-Experiential Therapy approach to learn more about the family’s problems. How would you structure the first phone call?
• How would you work with Ryan to examine the nature of his new experiences? Who else would you invite into the therapy session? Why?
• Select an intervention that you would utilize with this family. Why did you choose this particular intervention?
3. Instructions:
• Please conceptualize the presenting problem through the lens of a Strategic Family Therapy approach. In doing so, please use the theoretical assumptions of the model including: view of the family and client, and Haley and Madanes, Four Intentions.
• Formulate three assessment questions using the Strategic Family Therapy approach to learn more about the family’s problems.
• How would you work with Ryan to create a first order change? A second order change? Who do you think should be involved in the therapy sessions? Why?
• Select and intervention that you would utilize with this family. Why did you choose this particular intervention?