Generating Change

The article "Natural Resources: The Importance of Contexts in Generating Change" by Paul J. Leslie discusses a shift in psychotherapy from a problem-focused approach to one that emphasizes the importance of context and the client's inner resources. Traditional therapy often centers on addressing and solving problems, which can inadvertently reinforce the client's identification with their issues. Leslie advocates for a more holistic approach, where therapists explore clients' worldviews, perspectives, and innate strengths to facilitate transformative change. By helping clients tap into their own values, identities, behaviors, environments, and spirituality—summarized by the acronym V.I.B.E.S.—therapists can guide them out of limiting contexts and towards empowerment and self-healing.

  • Understand the limitations of a problem-focused approach in psychotherapy.

  • Explore the concept of context and its role in shaping clients' perceptions and responses.

  • Identify the components of the V.I.B.E.S. model and their application in therapy.

  • Recognize the importance of leveraging clients' inner resources for transformative change.

  • Learn how to shift from pathology-focused therapy to a resource-oriented approach.

  • Apply strategies to help clients move beyond their limiting contexts and problem identifications.

Content

    1. Natural Resources: The Importance of Contexts in Generating Change by Paul J. Leslie

    2. Natural Resources Quiz

    1. SoP April 2020

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