Common Factors as a Road Map to MFT Model Integration: Implications for Training Therapists

D’Aniello, Carissa

doi:10.1007/s10591-015-9338-6

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“…This paradigm is distinct from the model-driven paradigm of therapeutic change, which assumes the model-specific elements of the treatment model are responsible for bringing about change. Many common factors theorists have adopted and supported the moderate paradigm of common factors in their work (Blow et al, 2009;Blow & Sprenkle, 2001;Blow et al, 2012;D'Aniello & Fife, 2017;D'Aniello, 2013;Fife, 2016;D'Aniello, 2015;Davis & Hsieh, 2019;Davis & Piercy, 2007a, b;.…”

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A 20‐Year Review of Common Factors Research in Marriage and Family Therapy: A Mixed Methods Content Analysis

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Fife²

2020

J Marital Family Therapy

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Introduced by Sprenkle, Blow & Dickey (1999), common factors in marriage and family therapy (MFT) have been discussed over the past two decades. Although the MFT common factors literature has grown, there are misconceptions and disagreements about their role in theory, practice, research, and training. This content analysis examined the contributions of the common factors paradigm to MFT theory, practice, research, and training over the past 20 years. We identified 37 scholarly works including peer-reviewed journal articles, books, and chapters. Using mixed methods content analysis, we analyze and synthesize the contributions of this literature in terms of theoretical development about therapeutic effectiveness in MFT, MFT training, research, and practice. We provide commentary on the substantive contributions that the common factors paradigm has made to these areas, and we discuss the implications and limitations of the common factors literature, and provide recommendations for moving common factors research forward.

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A 20‐Year Review of Common Factors Research in Marriage and Family Therapy: A Mixed Methods Content Analysis

D’Aniello¹,

Fife²

2020

J Marital Family Therapy

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“…Historically, a divide has existed between traditional theorists, who ascribe to unilateral approaches, and integrative theorists, who favor recognizing the common factors found across all models (Breunlin et al, 2011; D’Aniello, 2015; Pinsof et al, 2011). To narrow the gap, Sprenkle and Blow proposed a moderate view of common factors in 2004, maintaining that the true therapeutic substance lies in the similarities, rather than the differences, between theories (D’Aniello, 2015).…”

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“…Integration affects the counseling profession in numerous ways and will continue to impact the profession moving forward. Currently, integrative practice has obtained widespread popularity, and a growing body of research demonstrates the value of the approach (e.g., Breunlin, Pinsof, Russell, & Lebow, 2011; D’Aniello, 2015). Therapists and educators should stay abreast of the evolving integrative movement, as Smith and Southern (2005) believed integrative models will eventually consume all unilateral theoretical approaches.…”

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Integrative Family Counseling

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The use of integrative models in family, marriage, and individual counseling continues to show promising therapeutic results. The basic concept of theoretical integration involves a purposeful combination of principles, practices, and common factors from different theories. This form of therapy has been employed for the past 50 years and has provided therapists with numerous techniques which have shown to be effective for a variety of clinical issues. The present article provides clarity on what integrative therapy is, its history, and coverage on its advantages and disadvantages. In addition, a literature review of existing integrative models and contemporary family models is provided. The article further covers Dr. Jay Lebow’s integrative systemic therapy, its importance, modes of operation, barriers, and its implication and future in marriage and family counseling.

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“…Although scholars have discussed the usefulness of including common factors in training (D'Aniello, 2015;D'Aniello, Alvarado, Hulbert, Izaguirre, & Miller, 2016;Karam, Blow et al, 2015;Karam, Antle, et al, 2015), there is very little research on students' experience with MFT education in general and common factors training specifically. Piercy et al (2016) found that one of the most meaningful experiences for MFT students was how the program connected theory and practice.…”

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Marriage and Family Therapy Students’ Experience with Common Factors Training

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Scott

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J Marital Family Therapy

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With the increased empirical and theoretical support for common factors in the psychotherapy literature, marriage and family therapy (MFT) scholars have begun discussing the inclusion of common factors in MFT training. However, there is very little empirical research on common factors training or how to include common factors in MFT curricula. The purpose of this phenomenological study was to investigate MFT students' experience with common factors training. Seventeen master's degree students who received training in common factors participated in the study. Data was comprised of participants' journal reflections and focus group interviews on their experience learning about common factors and how this influenced their work with clients. Participants' responses to the training were overwhelmingly positive and highlighted the ways in which studying common factors enhanced their confidence, understanding of MFT models, conceptual abilities, and clinical practice. Additional results and discussion about incorporating common factors in MFT training are presented.

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Common Factors as a Road Map to MFT Model Integration: Implications for Training Therapists

Abstract: Historically, model integration was reserved for experienced therapists (Lebow, J Marital Fam Ther 13:1-14, 1987.

Cited by 15 publications

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A 20‐Year Review of Common Factors Research in Marriage and Family Therapy: A Mixed Methods Content Analysis

A 20‐Year Review of Common Factors Research in Marriage and Family Therapy: A Mixed Methods Content Analysis

Integrative Family Counseling

Marriage and Family Therapy Students’ Experience with Common Factors Training

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