A literature review and case study of a constructivist therapy approach: a field practicum report

Date
2020-10
Authors
Brown, Cassie Maria
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Faculty of Social Work, University of Regina
Abstract

This paper discusses my practicum experience at Family Service Regina and my learning objectives that were met through my practicum activities. This paper highlights my learning and skill development in delivering a constructivist approach to therapy. Further, this paper explores how a constructivist approach uses the selective integration of many counselling theories. Specifically, this paper will discuss the selective integration of narrative therapy, client-generated metaphors, and expressive therapeutic arts. After exploring each technique individually, this paper explores the reasons these theories can be integrated when using a constructivist approach to therapy. Finally, a detailed case-study will explore a variety of adjunctive strategies, and demonstrate how this constructivist approach can be used with clients in practice.

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A Practicum Report Submitted to the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Social Work, University of Regina. 73 p.
Keywords
Family Service Regina, Constructivism (Psychology), Personal construct therapy, Narrative therapy
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