Therapist’s Notebook

• The Case of Henry and Sarah

Read the newest case, that of Henry and Sarah, young professionals with a new baby whose in-laws are competing for time with the couple and the new grandchild. Different family dynamics collide, but they do agree to short-term therapy. Two discussants will comment on the case presentation and suggest techniques they would use if treating this family. See how your observations compare.

• The Case of Shaquila and Joseph

Read the latest case presentation, that of Shaquila and Joseph in couples therapy to address what Shaquila perceives to be Joseph’s emotional betrayal. While the therapist describes months of couples therapy and individual therapy for Shaquila, the use of various techniques, and depression and trauma measurement instruments, the case discussants question whether Shaquila’s devastated reaction to Joseph’s betrayal is resolved sufficiently for the marriage to survive.

• The Case of Andrew

Read the case of Andrew, a middle-aged man with a history of depression treated with medication only. In this first course of therapy, Andrew begins exploring his low-self-esteem, questions of self-worth, and “imposter” syndrome, then is suddenly faced with grieving the loss of his son to suicide.

• Case of Glorya and Sid

Now in their early 40s, Glorya and Sid are angry at their lack of desire for any kind of sexual intimacy and sharing. They are articulate, intelligent, competent professionals.

• Case of Mallory

The case of Mallory, a young woman who lost her sister in a tragic biking accident. Observe how her quality of life diminished as severe psychiatric symptoms developed.
This case is a must read for all clinicians interested in treating grief and loss issues, mood disorders, and substance abuse.

• Case of Jacqueline

A case in which the therapist truly met the client where she was and in the best social work tradition, honored her right to self-determination.

• Case of Jacob

A case of a young man referred by a student health center for therapy after being treated for his third instance of a sexually transmitted disease. See how your observations compare with the presenter and the discussants.

• Case of Michelle

Read the case history of a young woman from a troubled family who is struggling with substance abuse, bulimia, and relationship issues.

• Case of Hannah

Read the presenting problem, history, and treatment of a woman with serious mental illness.

• Case of Alana

Read about the presenting problem, history, and initial phase of treatment in the case of a woman with obsessive-compulsive disorder described by a therapist/presenter.

• Case of Denver and Claudia

Read about a couple attending therapy for help with their son who was having behavior problems, but a different focus arises shortly after sessions begin.

• Case of Taylor

Read about a case of a middle-aged woman with severe depression and her struggle to find happiness and purpose in life.

• Case of Carlo

Read about Carlo, 14, the oldest of three children, a gang member placed in therapeutic foster care.

• Case of Rosemarie

Rosemarie, an 82-year-old-woman with two adult sons, is attending therapy for help with her sons, both of whom have mental illnesses.

• Case of Melissa

Melissa, 34, married to a man in the Army on active duty, wants help for anxiety, depression, and some marital discord.