Spirituality-Based Analysis of Satir Family Therapy

Abstract

Spirituality-Based Analysis of Satir Family TherapyAbstract Spirituality is used in family therapy as well as in individual therapy. Satir' s family therapy, which is included under experiential family therapy, began integrating spirituality after the 1980s by using spirituality to enhance congruence, which is the therapeutic aim of Satir' s model. While studies on the therapeutic use of spirituality in Turkey have only recently begun, studies on the use of spirituality in family therapy have yet to be encountered. Because spirituality strongly influences all family functions and individuals' mental health, studies need to be performed on this subject. The purpose of this study is to examine the literature on the spiritual orientation of Satir' s family therapy. For this purpose, Satir' s spiritual approach is first explained, then the relationship between spiritual orientation and Satir family therapy is emphasized. This is followed by an explanation of the orientation using the iceberg metaphor and the self-mandala, finishing with examples of techniques used in therapy that have spiritual content.

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“…Thus, it is necessary to have unique therapy in dealing with this problem because it is believed that this problem triggers divorce. The steps in this therapy are as follows: (1) build trust in the family environment, (2) increase awareness of family functions, (3) develop new insights in family members to increase awareness of family dynamics, (4) develop new insights become a new behavior as well, and (5) family members are encouraged to use the new behavior in everyday life (Koca, 2017). The implementation of the steps in this therapy is also guided by the framework put forward by Satir and friends, namely Joining and Building Rapport, Understanding the presenting Issue, Assessment of Family Dynamics, Goals, Amplifying change and termination (Satir et al, 1991).…”

“…Besides that, satirical therapy is also believed to enrich the practice of family guidance in spiritual matters in specific ways (Tam, 2006). Because spirituality greatly influences all family functions and individual mental health, studies need to be conducted on this subject (Koca, 2017). Family maps Satire, or genograms can be used in individual and family therapy as well as various stages of the session in therapy (Banmen, 2002).…”