1st Edition

Family Systems Theory Simplified Applying and Understanding Systemic Therapy Models

By Bethany C. Suppes Copyright 2022
240 Pages 4 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

240 Pages 4 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

240 Pages 4 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

In this textbook for students and instructors of marriage and family therapy, Bethany C. Suppes offers a refreshed perspective of family systems therapy (FST), focusing on the importance of understanding its concepts and demonstrating how models of marriage and family therapy can appear practically in counseling. In Part I, Suppes begins with a theoretical overview of FST, including the... Read more

Part I: Theoretical Overview 1. History of Family Systems Theory 2. Differentiating Therapeutic Theory and Clinical Modality 3. Role of the Therapist in Family Systems Theory Part II: Theoretical Application 4. FST Concept I) Wholeness 5. FST Concept II) You Cannot Not Communicate 6. FST Concept III) Context Is Key 7. FST Concept IV) Co-occurring Systems 8. FST Concept V) Boundaries 9. FST Concept VI) Circular Causality Part III: Additional Considerations 10. Role of Individual Psychology in Family Systems Theory 11. Cultural Considerations of Family Systems Theory

Biography

Dr. Bethany C. Suppes is a marriage and family therapist and approved supervisor based in Spokane, Washington, USA. She has experience as a clinical director and assistant professor along with author and psychotherapist.