Embodying IFS with neurodivergent clients
A neuro-inclusive approach for therapists
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In the chapter 'Embodying IFS with neurodivergent clients', Christiansen and Martinez-Dettamanti introduce a framework for therapists to better understand and support neurodivergent individuals using IFS principles.
The authors use the analogy of a computer's hardware and software to explain neurodiversity, illustrating how neurodivergent traits are inherent to the system, akin to hardware, rather than being seen as 'parts' that need fixing.
This chapter emphasizes the importance of recognizing neurodivergence as a fundamental aspect of an individual's system.
It encourages therapists to shift their perspective from trying to 'fix' perceived problems to supporting parts in understanding and accepting neurodivergence.
This helps in reducing the burdens associated with societal expectations and promotes self-acceptance.
The authors use the analogy of a computer's hardware and software to explain neurodiversity, illustrating how neurodivergent traits are inherent to the system, akin to hardware, rather than being seen as 'parts' that need fixing.
This chapter emphasizes the importance of recognizing neurodivergence as a fundamental aspect of an individual's system.
It encourages therapists to shift their perspective from trying to 'fix' perceived problems to supporting parts in understanding and accepting neurodivergence.
This helps in reducing the burdens associated with societal expectations and promotes self-acceptance.
