summarize the major concepts, the theory of change, and the stance and role of the therapist for one modernist and one postmodernist family therapy model. compare and contrast their theories of change and how the therapist positions herself or himself in relation to the clients, and summarize the significant differences between the modernist and postmodernist theories you chose in your conclusion.

• . Modernist family therapy theories to choose from: structural, strategic, Bowenian or intergenerational, Virginia Satir's experiential family therapy, and Carl Whitaker's symbolic experiential therapy.
• . Postmodernist family therapy theories to choose from: Narrative therapy (Michael White, David Epston, Stephen Madigan), solution-focused therapy (Steve de Shazer, Insoo Kim Berg, Bill O'Hanlon), Harlene Anderson's collaborative language therapy.

Use the Model Comparison Template linked in Resources to guide your work and organize your information properly. Be sure to delete any contextual information that is already on the template as you work.

be sure to address the following:

• . Define relevant concepts of one modernist and one postmodernist family therapy theory.
• . Analyze the historical impact of modernist and postmodernist family therapy theorists associated with the chosen models.
• . Articulate how one modernist and one postmodernist family therapy theory affect the stance and role of the family therapist.
• . Differentiate the theories of change in one modernist and postmodernist family therapy theory.
• . Evaluate each theory's impact on marriage and family therapy.

 

• . Content: The final paper must include the following components in this order:
  • . Body of the paper.
  • . Reflective summary.
  • . Reference list (include eight or more references).
• . References: The paper must include a reference list, subject to the following conditions:
  • . Include at least eight references to scholarly articles from peer-reviewed academic journals. You may include additional books, websites, interviews, and other popular sources but these will not count toward the . . minimum of eight academic references.
  • . Make sure at least three of your resources are published within the past 4 years. The remaining resources may be older if they are still considered current.
• . Formatting: 
  • . Correct in-text citations.
  • . Proper punctuation.
  • . Double-spacing throughout.
  • . Proper headings and subheadings.
  • . No skipped lines before headings and subheadings.
  • . Proper paragraph and block indentation.
  • . No bullets.

Competencies Measured

By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:

• . Competency 1: Analyze basic philosophical and historical foundations and trends in family therapy.
  • . Analyze the historical impact of modernist and postmodernist family therapy theorists associated with the chosen models.
• . Competency 2: Examine systemic approaches to therapy.
  • . Articulate how one modernist and one postmodernist family therapy theory affect the stance and role of the family therapist.
• . Competency 3: Integrate key foundational concepts and apply culturally sensitive case conceptualization from a systemic perspective.
  • . Define relevant concepts of one modernist and one postmodernist family therapy theory.
  • . Differentiate the theories of change in one modernist and postmodernist family therapy theory.
• . Competency 4: Interpret the roles and functions of marriage, couple, and family therapists in a variety of practice settings and in relation to other helping professionals.
  • . Evaluate each theory's impact on marriage and family therapy.
• . Competency 5: Communicate effectively through the appropriate application of grammar, punctuation, spelling, writing mechanics, and a professional tone, while adhering to current APA style and formatting.
  • . Articulate meaning relevant to the main topic, scope, and purpose of the prompt.
  • . Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.