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Running head: NAME OF THE PROJECT 1
NAME OF THE PROJECT 2
Comparison of [Modernist Model] with [Postmodernist model]
[Learner Name]
Capella University
MFT5008: Foundations in Couple and Family Therapy
[Date]
Comparison of [Modernist Model] with [Postmodernist model]
Write an introductory paragraph about the project.
Relevant Concepts
Modernist model: Define the relevant concepts found within the model, such as double bind, feedback loops, et cetera. Define and provide examples of 5–8 concepts in each model. Provide journal article support. For this section, historical impacts, stance/role, and theory of change use articles from the founders of the models.
Postmodernist model: Define the relevant concepts found within the model, such as dominant discourse, nature of reality, etc. Provide journal article support.
Historical Impacts
Analyze the historical impact of modernist and postmodernist family therapy theorists associated with the chosen models using scholarly resources. Focus on the unique contribution each model made, what it is known for, et cetera.
Modernist model:
Postmodernist model:
Family Therapist Stance/Role
Describe how MFTs role is different from other roles in other MFT models and other mental health disciplines as a result of using each model. Provide journal article support.
Modernist model:
Postmodernist model:
Model’s Theory of Change
Articulate how change is created in each model. What is the model’s definition of change? Provide journal article support.
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Postmodernist model:
Impact of the Model on the MFT Field
Evaluate the impact of each model on the field and practice of marriage and family therapy. Consider how it is being used and what other models it influences. Provide journal article support. It is recommended you use articles from the past five years.
Modernist model:
Postmodernist model:
Reflective Summary
Reflect on your process of doing this project, what you learned that was a surprise, what you learned about yourself and your family, your views on people/relationships in general, and on being a therapist.
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