... grow in a healthy way through various therapeutic techniques (Lawson & Prevatt, 1999). In Satir's model there are four communication styles that are adopted by family members when they are afraid to voice their true feelings. She labels these as poses and it is the therapist's job to allow the family to feel comfortable enough to be able to recognize the poses and ... authentic feelings is the focus of this type of therapy. An integral part of that is a careful analysis of the verbal patterns of communication in a family. 6. The therapist plays an active role in providing a safe environ...

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