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Narrative therapy is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on helping people understand their lives as stories. It emphasizes that individuals are the experts of their own lives and encourages them to challenge unhelpful or limiting stories.
Narrative therapy is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on helping people understand their lives as stories. It emphasizes that individuals are the experts of their own lives and encourages them to challenge unhelpful or limiting stories.
Key Principles of Narrative Therapy
Externalization: Separating the problem from the person. Instead of seeing the problem as a part of themselves, individuals view it as an outside force.Unique Outcomes: Identifying times when the problem didn't have power over them.Re-authoring: Creating new, more empowering stories about themselves and their lives.Key Principles of Narrative Therapy
How Narrative Therapy Works
Exploring Life Stories: The therapist helps the individual explore their life story, including their strengths, values, and past successes.Identifying Problem Stories: The individual identifies the stories that are causing them distress.Challenging Problem Stories: The therapist helps the individual question the validity and impact of these stories.Creating New Stories: The individual works with the therapist to create new, more positive and empowering stories about themselves.How Narrative Therapy Works
Who Can Benefit From Narrative Therapy?
Narrative therapy can be helpful for a wide range of issues, including:Anxiety and DepressionTraumaRelationship ProblemsGrief and LossIdentity IssuesLife Adjustments & TransitionsWho Can Benefit From Narrative Therapy?
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