The Solution Focused Approach with Children and Young People

by Denise Yusuf (Editor)

The Solution Focused Approach with Children and Young Current Thinking and Practice brings together leading figures and innovative practitioners from different professions, contexts and countries to provide a unique overview of Solution Focused work with children and young people. Presenting a range of applications in individual, group and community work, it puts the spotlight on diverse fields, exploring how the Solution Focused approach can work in real-world contexts. This book showcases a powerful, engaging approach which helps children and young people find the resources and strengths to manage difficulties and make the most of their lives. It contains interesting case studies, narrative descriptions of original practice, programmes of work developed using Solution Focused principles, and thought-provoking discussions of key elements of practice. With chapters presenting perspectives from coaching, therapy, consultancy and education, and applications including learning assessments, child protection, bereavement, edge of care, and youth offending, the book provides an overview of the current state of practice and provides pointers to potential new developments. The Solution Focused Approach with Children and Young People will help both experienced practitioners and those new to the approach to develop and update their knowledge and skills, as well as introducing them to creative and cutting-edge tools to inspire fresh ideas and thinking. It will be essential reading for Solution Focused practitioners and students, as well as coaches, social workers, school counsellors and mental health professionals working with children and young people.

206 pages, Paperback

Published July 6, 2020

Reviews

[Tessa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Around the time of my Level 4 training, I sent Chris Iveson an email asking for tips with working with young people. He recommended I read this book. I really appreciated reading how SF was approached and adapted to different contexts.

It was also refreshing to read where SF had fallen flat and felt too ‘solution-forced’ echoing my own experiences at times. Regardless of me feeling that this approach isn’t necessarily a one size fits all, I have found myself adopting more of a ‘solution focused mindset’ over the years and infusing more SF into my daily conversations with kids since completing Level 4 and reading this book.