About This Tool

This narrative therapy tool is used to externalize and name problems or challenges while reflecting on positive stories and unique outcomes. This writing prompt allows a client to look for alternative ways to understand their stories or tell them in a different way. 

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Why It Works

Etchison, Mary & Kleist, David. (2000). Review of Narrative Therapy: Research and Utility. The Family Journal. 8. 61-66. 10.1177/1066480700081009. 

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Why It Works

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