Reference no: EM132140382

Question: Solution Oriented Therapy

Write a 3-page (not counting title and reference pages) APA-style essay that includes the following:

• An explanation of your chosen theory that presents the major beliefs and assumptions as well as core principles and components of this approach. Include how this perspective explains human psychological development and key interventions/approaches used by therapists employing this approach. (Approximately ¾-page)

• A discussion of how a therapist working from this perspective would assess and view the issues and goals your client is struggling with and how the therapist would approach therapy within this framework. (Approximately 1-page)

• A sample dialogue from a session between you as the therapist using this approach with your client. Introduce this section of your essay by explaining what stage of treatment the client is in at this point and whether this is the beginning, middle, or end of this particular session. (Approximately ¾-page)

• A concluding paragraph that summarizes your critical assessment of social constructionist theory as a theory of human psychological development and basis for treatment. Discuss what you feel is relevant and helpful, what you see as limitations or risks, and how you would rate this approach in relation to strengths-based and culturally sensitive and trauma-informed practice.