Date of Paper
12-2017
Type of Paper
Clinical research paper
Degree Name
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)
Department
Social Work
First Advisor
Lisa Kiesel
Department/School
Social Work
Abstract
This systematic narrative review examined best practices for developing therapeutic alliances with clients living with psychotic disorders. A systematic narrative literature review resulted in eight articles included in this research. A narrative review of the articles presented three main findings: practitioner’s utilization of psychotherapeutic theories in order to conceptualize psychotic symptoms and build relationships, recovery-focused collaborative models of care, and what clients say they want in relationships from practitioners. Results indicated that there may be a disconnect between theory and practice, as data speaking to the process of building a therapeutic alliance with this population was limited. Further implications recommend that mental health practitioners gain knowledge and skills in the evidence-based models of Feedback- Informed Treatment (FIT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp).
Recommended Citation
Rominski, Nicole. (2017). Best Practices of Building Therapeutic Alliances with Clients Living with Psychotic Disorders. Retrieved from Sophia, the St. Catherine University repository website: https://sophia.stkate.edu/msw_papers/827