Family of Origin as Cultural Messengers in the Training Context

Abstract

A novel Family of Origin as Supervisory Resource Model that harnesses the family of origin of the therapist-in-training as a cultural supervisory resource in the training paradigm is presented. The format of the model comprises three phases: supervisor’s exploration of the trainee’s professional dilemmas, supervisor’s exploration of the same dilemma through stories narrated by the supervisee’s family of origin members, and supervisee’s presentation of a case that is an example of the dilemma. The application of this training model during supervision strengthens the trainee’s flexibility in divergent family systems and enhances the ability to handle dilemmas and to form a healthy therapeutic alliance.

Family and Systems Theory in Counselor Education: A PRISMA Systematic Review

“…Research as a secondary theme of Implementation helps to highlight the various implications of family and systems theory in research. Articles included in this secondary theme include incorporating neuroscience into family and systems theory research (Miller & Dillman, 2016), recommendations for trauma-informed approaches (Copley & Carney, 2020), issues with integration (Hanna, 2011; Marquis et al, 2011), diagnosis-specific treatment approaches (Hurst et al, 2012), conducting research in schools (Hooper & Britnell, 2012), pedagogical adjustment in counselor education (Haber et al, 2021; Harrawood et al, 2011; Paylo, 2011; Sommer et al, 2011; Tadros, 2020), and reconceptualizing family and systems theory in family change issues and treatment (Graham et al, 2013; Kolbert et al, 2013; Koltz & Koltz, 2019; Lloyd-Hazlett et al, 2016; Mana & Naveh, 2018; Nims & Duba, 2011; Pereira, 2014; Phipps & Vorster, 2015; Rajaei & Jensen, 2020; Sung et al, 2018; Weir et al, 2021).…”