| Examines the ideas put forth by Michael White, David Epston, Jill Freedman, Gene Combs, and others, and their implications for clinical practice. Emphasis will be placed on: understanding the influence of social constructionism and post-modernity on family therapy; identifying and developing alternative and preferred stories in clinical work; developing awareness of issues of power and forming collaborative relationships with people who consult with us; and applying narrative principles to work with adults and children. |