簡易敘事治療 Concise Narrative Therapy

This session introduces externalizing conversations, using a Lego analogy to explain how visualizing problems outside ourselves can reveal solutions. It also explores how our self-identity is shaped by others' perceptions.

This session explores the concept of Externalization in Narrative Practice, guided by the "Stairs" framework with five key levels: Naming, Connection, Evaluation, Identity, and Plan. Through metaphors like LEGO building, "Hate," and "ADHD," the session emphasizes separating individuals from their problems. Real-life examples illustrate how clients can visualize and externalize their experiences to gain clarity, challenge negative narratives, and reclaim their identity. Techniques like mapping effects, encouraging self-reflection, and understanding multiple truths are highlighted as core strategies.

Exploring Unique Experiences Conversation highlights the importance of noticing rare positive moments and turning challenges into strengths.

This session focused on identifying Unique Outcomes in narrative practice, emphasizing that even small, subtle changes can be significant. Techniques like the "HK Girl’s Three Styles" — asking "Really?", "Why?", and "What else?" — were introduced to explore these moments without judgment. The session highlighted the importance of maintaining a curious and non-authoritative stance, allowing clients to reflect on positive changes and connect them to their values and strengths. Special insights were shared on working with elderly clients, encouraging patience and attentive listening to uncover hidden resilience and meaningful experiences.

This session explains Re-membering, a practice of reconnecting with important people in our lives who provide support and strength.

This session delves deeper into the practical application of Re-membering conversations. Key points include the importance of listening over questioning, recognizing significant individuals in clients' lives, and identifying positive influences. The session emphasizes patience, avoiding assumptions, and allowing clients to naturally reveal meaningful figures. Practical examples illustrate how Re-membering can strengthen motivation, consolidate wisdom, and improve relationships. The session concludes by highlighting that individuals can have multiple significant people contributing to different aspects of their lives.

Definitional Ceremonies and Outsider Witnesses explore how group feedback strengthens identity, offers support, and helps individuals face challenges.

This session introduces the concepts of Definitional Ceremony and Outsider-witnesses, key practices in Narrative Therapy. The lesson emphasizes the power of storytelling in strengthening identity and fostering connection. Using real-life examples, the session illustrates how carefully selected outsider-witnesses can provide meaningful reflections without judgment, advice, or praise. The process follows four structured steps: Telling, Re-telling, Re-telling of the re-telling, and All Together. The focus is on creating resonance and shared understanding, empowering clients to see their stories in new ways and gain insights for positive change.

Exploring key traits of success, responsibility, and growth, along with the applications and limits of narrative practice.

This session covers the Evaluation, Application, and Limitations of Narrative Practice (NP). The speaker highlights two key points: assessing the effectiveness of NP through structured evaluation criteria and understanding NP’s suitability for various contexts. Key aspects such as progression in synchrony, maintaining a strong conversational foundation, and ensuring appropriate scaffolding are emphasized. The session also addresses common criticisms of NP, including its subjective nature, cultural influences, and potential risks in idealizing narratives. Practical insights are shared, including strategies for group counseling, avoiding "warming by the stove" biases, and balancing guidance with client autonomy.