Introduction. 1. Solution Focused Philosophy. 2. Practice Principles and Techniques. 3. Specific Contexts. 4. Surviving Trauma and Violence. Resources.
Creative ideas for using solution focused practice in social care, health and education settings
Previously a senior lecturer in social work, Judith Milner recently retired from work as a therapist, consultant and independent expert to family courts in child protection, domestic violence and contested contact cases. She is widely published on solution focused practice. Steve Myers is Director of Social Sciences at University of Salford, Manchester. A social work academic since 1995, he has led research projects and has authored and co-authored a series of books and articles about violence, sex and solutions. Judith and Steve both live in Yorkshire.
I would recommend this book to anyone developing skills for
solution-focused work in any aspect of client work.
*Dr. Alasdair J. Macdonald, retired consultant psychiatrist and
family therapist; chair of a Dorset counselling charity*
With this welcome new addition to the growing body of solution
focused literature, Judith Milner and Steve Myers offer a very
practical guide to solution focused practice with a range of client
groups - whether this is with young children or elderly people
living with dementia, and everyone in-between. The ideas are
clearly articulated and illustrated with dialogue. Traditional
methods from the founders of solution focused brief therapy are
integrated with modern developments. Practical exercises reinforce
the learning and help to locate the skills within the reader's own
practice. I can recommend this book to those who are new to this
elegant and effective way of helping people as well as 'old hands'
such as myself who always can benefit from being brought back to
basics.
*Andrew Callcott MA (SFBT); Psychological Therapist. Former Chair
of UK Association for Solution Focused Practice*
Yet another supremely practical guide to solution focused practice
from the creative Judith Milner and Steve Myers, which has plenty
to offer to both the experienced and newcomers to the field.
Plainly written and full of useful activities, it will be a welcome
addition to any solution focused practitioner's bookshelf.
*Guy Shennan, independent consultant in solution focused practice
and Chair of the British Association of Social Workers*
Creative Ideas for Solution Focused Practice provides busy
practitioners with an integrated, flexible model which links
theory, context and skills that are underpinned by sound values and
principles. The book is refreshingly grounded in the authors'
practice experience and promotes an approach to working with people
that encourages change and growth that is strength based,
collaborative and outcome focused. The exercises are easily
adaptable to a range of practice scenarios and the book is a great
reminder that 'once we know what works, do more of it!' This is an
excellent, easy-to-read resource written in an engaging style,
which will inform and inspire all of us who are seeking to help and
support people make better choices and lead rewarding lives.
*Dave Basker, Head of Quality and Practice Improvement, Children’s
Services, Leeds City Council*
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