Readings:
- Chapter 2 Nichols (Family Therapy Book)
- Chapter 3 & 9 in Hanson & Lynch (Understanding Families)
- Chapters 1 in Stone, Patton, & Heen (Difficult Conversations Text)
For this week’s post:
Based on the readings, what ways do practitioners employ skills with the families that are referred for services? What skills are identified as being needed to effectively develop a rapport with families? Discuss family problems that may warrant external intervention.