How To Do Multiple Issue Psychotherapy (MIP)

This article by Rubin Battino, explores the concept of addressing multiple issues presented by clients within a single therapeutic session. Battino challenges the traditional approach of focusing on one issue at a time and instead advocates for an integrated method that allows clients to resolve multiple concerns simultaneously. The article presents various therapeutic techniques, including Guided Imagery Therapy (GIT), Gestalt Therapy's Two-Chair approach, Crystal Ball and Universal Very Brief Therapy Interventions (UVBTI), Rituals and Ceremonies using Writing, Exorcism, Guided Metaphor, Moving/Mirroring Hands, Ideomotor Finger Signaling, Reframing, and Ambiguous Function Assignments (AFAs). Each technique is detailed with examples, emphasizing the adaptability of these methods to handle multiple issues in a time-efficient manner, while also respecting the client's autonomy and internal resources for healing.

  • Understand the rationale behind Multiple Issue Psychotherapy (MIP) and how it contrasts with traditional single-issue-focused sessions.

  • Learn how to apply Guided Imagery Therapy (GIT) to address multiple issues within a single session.

  • Explore the use of Gestalt Therapy's Two-Chair approach for resolving multiple client concerns simultaneously.

  • Familiarize with the Crystal Ball and Universal Very Brief Therapy Interventions (UVBTI) as tools for holistic client change.

  • Recognize the therapeutic value of rituals, ceremonies, and writing exercises in addressing and resolving client issues.

  • Develop competence in employing various innovative techniques like Exorcism, Guided Metaphor, and Ideomotor Finger Signaling to enhance client outcomes in MIP.

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