Author Question: It is recommended that the family therapist include all of the following when obtaining a ... (Read 54 times)

cookcarl · **on:** Jul 30, 2018

It is recommended that the family therapist include all of the following when obtaining a description of the presenting problem EXCEPT:

a. descriptions of the failures the family has had when trying to solve the problem on their own.
b. the reason each client states he or she or seeking therapy.
c. information from the referring agent and his or her description of the problem.
d. a brief history of the problem and the family.

Question 2

When eliciting descriptions of the presenting concern/problem in couples or family therapy, it is important to get a description from whom?

a. Each client in the room
b. All systems /parties involved in therapy
c. Extended family
d. Broader systems