Narrative therapy is a form of therapy that focuses on helping clients reframe their stories and find new meanings in their experiences. Therapists can use a variety of tools to deliver narrative therapy to clients. Here are some examples:
Externalizing conversations: This involves separating the person from the problem and seeing the problem as a separate entity that can be discussed and analyzed.
Definitional ceremonies: This is a process where the client and therapist work together to define the problem, its effects on the client's life, and the client's goals for therapy.
Re-authoring: This is a process where the client works to change their story and create a new narrative that is more positive and empowering.
Mapping conversations: This involves creating a visual representation of the client's story and the different themes and patterns that emerge from it.
Letter writing: This involves the client writing a letter to someone, such as a family member or a former self, to explore their feelings and experiences.
Outsider witness practices: This involves bringing in someone from the client's social network to provide an outsider's perspective on the client's story and offer support and validation.
Documenting conversations: This involves recording the therapy sessions, either through audio or video, to help the client reflect on their experiences and see how their story has evolved over time.
