1st Edition
Systemic Diagnosis The Application of Family Systems Theory
Systemic Diagnosis: An Application of Family Systems Theory helps marriage and family therapists incorporate theory-driven assessment and diagnosis into their practice, demonstrating how they can diagnose systems, not just individuals.
This introductory textbook argues that theory and diagnosis are key to providing excellent care in family therapy. Rooted in family systems theory, Jacob B. Priest offers readers a model to diagnosis the history, structure, and boundaries of family systems. Chapters begin by looking at traditional and relational models of diagnosis before diving into systemic diagnosis. Readers are introduced to the EPIC assessment and guided on how to use it in their practice. Filled with case studies throughout, the book also includes digital content so students can practice a diagnosis process rooted in family systems theory.
Designed to be used on COAMFTE accredited programs, this book is essential for couple and family therapy students who are taking courses in assessment and mental health diagnosis and treatment.
Biography
Jacob B. Priest, PhD LMFT is an associate professor in the departments of Psychological and Quantitative Foundations, Internal Medicine – General Internal Medication, and Psychiatry, University of Iowa, USA.
"Systemic Diagnosis is a must read for family therapy practitioners. In pointing out the flaws in other diagnostic models, Priest shows how theory-driven diagnosis sets the stage for effective systemic intervention. This book demonstrates each step of the systemic diagnosis model and equips readers to use it in their own practice. With great examples and guided practice, Priest makes difficult concepts easy to comprehend. The icing on the cake is that Priest writes like he's talking to a good friend, making it incredibly engaging. Five stars for this much needed book!"
Rebecca A. Cobb, PhD, LMFT, Associate Clinical Professor and Clinical Coordinator, Couples and Family Therapy, Seattle University
"Systemic Diagnosis: An Application of Family Systems Theory is a strongly recommended reading for all family therapists. Jacob Priest gives the reader a rich and thorough presentation of the possibilities and difficulties with the diagnosis systems at the same time as he suggests a systemic diagnosis system, rooted in family systems theory. The way systemic theory is transcended into the field of diagnosis is masterly done. A presentation for the next generation of therapist."
Lennart Lorås, Professor, Western Norway University of Applied Scienced and VID Spezialized University, Oslo-Norway
