Conquering Ambiguity with Creativity: Using Creative Family Counseling Interventions with Military Families
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2013
Originally Published In
Journal of Military and Government Counseling
Volume Number
1
Issue Number
3
Page Numbers
177-191
Abstract
Military families experience numerous transitions and changes as they progress through the deployment cycle. Family counseling is one resource for this population to receive support and assistance during periods of ambiguity, confusion, and redefining roles, as such, creative interventions provide a useful tool for therapist to engage this population. This article provides a brief overview of the military deployment cycle, salient features of military families, and the importance of a systemic framework for treating this population. Furthermore, this article provides clinicians with three specific creative interventions based on the deployment cycle for implementation with families.
