Choose two family systems theories (Bowenian, structural, strategic, or Satir) and one individual counseling
theory studied in this course (any theory studied in Topics 1-5) and compare the three theories.
Part 1: Create a hypothetical family. Develop a scenario that has caused this family to seek counseling. The
scenario should be 150-250 words in length. Be sure to include the following in the scenario: 1) Identify the
members of the family: 2) The problem/focus of therapy; 3) Family rules which enabled the problem to
continue; and 1) rationale for who the identified patient (IP) is.
Family Scenario:
Part 2: Complete the specific fields listed in the chart for each theory chosen. All sections will require a 50-
75-word description except for the section where you list the three treatment interventions. Include a
minimum of six scholarly resources in addition to the course textbook and in-text citation as appropriate.
Include a full APA reference for the resources used below.
Multi-Person Family Therapy
(a session including more than one family member present)
Single Person Family Systems Approach
(a session using a family systems theory with only one person present)
Individual Counseling Theory
(any theory of your choice from Topics 1-5)
Theory