Implementation of Brief Strategic Family Therapy

Please note: This is not a self-paced course. This Training Replay contains training materials and resources associated with a live training and is intended to support implementation and continued professional development. A certificate will NOT be provided for review of these materials and resources.

Training materials and resources for Implementation of Brief Strategic Family Therapy, presented by Brief Strategic Family Therapy® Institute, on 04/27/2023

This brief introduction will describe the BSFT® model as a systemic therapy designed to restructure maladaptive family interactions underlying the problems of delinquent, drug using youth. The presentation will cover the theoretical foundation for the BSFT® model as well as the process of the intervention to orchestrate deep structural change in family functioning. A unique dimension: BSFT® specialized engagement, a series of techniques to ensure whole families are invited and attend each family session will also be covered. Recognizing the inherent resistance to change in all systems, the BSFT® model does not require motivation for families to attend. Instead, it uses therapeutic engagement strategies to ensure their attendance and retention in family therapy.

Learners will be able to:

• Learn BSFT® Specialized Engagement techniques to overcome inherent family system resistance to attending BSFT® sessions
• Learn clinical strategies to restructure maladaptive family relationships
• Learn the process of implementing the BSFT® model in community agencies

Who should attend: County Prevention Teams and cross-sector partners, including staff of child welfare agencies, behavioral health agencies, probation, Child Abuse Prevention Councils, community-based service providers, family resource centers, Offices of Education, tribal partners, and parents/youth leaders with lived experience.