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July, 2013 | SAGE Publications, Inc

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

A Multicultural Approach


Johnny S. Kim
- University of Denver, CO, USA
224 pages | July, 2013 | SAGE Publications, Inc
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This first-of-its-kind book provides a practical overview of the essentials of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) from a multicultural perspective, including intervention skills, research, applications, and implications for practice. Case examples illustrate SFBT in action with a wide range of client populations. In addition, the book incorporates recommendations from the recently developed and approved SFBT treatment manual, published by the Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Association.

Chapter 1. Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Cultural Competency
Chapter 2. Solution-Focused Therapy Treatment Manual for Working With Individuals.
Chapter 3. Does Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Work?
Chapter 4. Solution-Focused Approach With Asian American Clients
Chapter 5. Solution-Focused Approach With African American Clients
Chapter 6. Solution-Focused Approach With Hispanic and Latino Clients
Chapter 7. Solution-Focused Approach With American Indian Clients
Chapter 8. Solution-Focused Approach With Asian Immigrant Clients
Chapter 9. Solution-Focused With Multicultural Families
Chapter 10. Solution-Focused Approach With LGBTQ Clients
Chapter 11. Solution-Focused Approach With Clients With Disabilities
Chapter 12. Solution-Focused Approach With Economically Poor Clients
Chapter 13. Solution-Focused Approach With Spiritual or Religious Clients
  • Case examples in each chapter illustrate best practices in using SFBT techniques with minority clients, including African American, Asian American, Hispanic and Latino, Native American, LGBT, immigrants, clients with disabilities, socioeconomically disadvantaged clients, and spiritual/religious clients.
  • The latest research on using SFBT with minority clients is incorporated to inform empirically supported, culturally appropriate interventions.
  • Recommendations from the SFBT treatment manual, approved by Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Association, are incorporated to address treatment fidelity issues and ensure that practitioners are applying SFBT correctly.
  • The latest information on theory of change and how SFBT creates changes in clients is provided.
  • Discussion questions and further learning resources are available at the end of the chapters.