
- 234 pages
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
This textbook shows how any conversation directed towards change can become a solution-focused one, whether in a planned series of sessions with individuals, families, groups, or in the less structured contexts in which many helping professionals work. Full of real-life case examples and stimulating activities, this will be an invaluable guide to anyone wanting to develop their skills in this empowering approach. This textbook is a comprehensive and accessible guide for anyone who wishes to incorporate solution-focused practice. Originating in the world of talking therapies, the adaptability and usability of solution-focused practice is already used by many practitioners in health, social care and educational settings. New to this Edition:
- Explores a more diverse range of examples than the previous edition
- Includes end of chapter summaries, providing additional clarity on what's been covered
- Updated policy, procedure and legislation
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Contents
- Preface to the Second Edition
- Preface to the First Edition
- Acknowledgements
- 1 Introduction
- 2 The Solution-Focused Process
- 3 Establishing a Direction
- 4 Description I: The Preferred Future
- 5 Description II: Instances
- 6 Bridging the Preferred Future and Its Instances: Scaling Questions
- 7 Acknowledgement and Possibility: Coping Questions and More
- 8 Putting it All Together
- 9 Applications and Adaptations
- 10 Becoming a Solution-Focused Practitioner
- Appendix 1
- Appendix 2
- References
- Index