Review the main points of each of the theoretical orientations listed below. Then, identify what aspects of each of these approaches you find most valuable and most meaningful and why these particular aspects resonate with you.

Main Points of an Integrative Approach

• An integrative approach borrows concepts and techniques from a number of different approaches.
• From psychodynamic and experiential and relationship-oriented approaches, you will find ways to focus on relationship issues.
• From the cognitive behavioral approaches, you can use a number of techniques to change faulty thinking and to increase desired behaviors.
• From postmodern approaches, you can find ways to incorporate members' life stories and the concept of their life context.
• Adopting an integrative approach is not simple; you cannot pick and choose various techniques smorgasbord style. Rather you draw upon the various approaches and process them through your own filter so that your approach fits your style and personality and fits well with the particular group you are leading.
• Adopting an integrative approach takes learning, experience, supervision, and refinement. Over time, as you gain more experience and competence with your approach and your work, your integrative approach will change and evolve.