Effects of Couples' Perceptions of Genogram Construction on Therapeutic Alliance and Session Impact: A Growth Curve Analysis

Authors: Coupland S.K.¹; Serovich J.M.²

Source: Contemporary Family Therapy, Volume 21, Number 4, December 1999 , pp. 551-572(22)

Publisher: Springer

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Abstract:

The purpose of this study was to examine how the construction of a therapist-administered genogram (TAGE) versus a self-administered genogram (SAGE) would affect therapeutic alliance and session character in couples therapy across time. Eight student marriage and family therapists conducting therapy with 17 couples administered a TAGE, SAGE, or control treatment intervention in the second therapy session. Measurements were taken following the first five sessions. Results of a growth curve analysis showed no significant differences in couple members' growth curves based on their participation in one of the three treatment groups. Recommendations for clinicians and future genogram researchers are provided.

Keywords: genogram; marital therapy; therapeutic alliance; session impact; growth curve analysis

Language: English

Document Type: Research article

Affiliations: 1: Private practice at 4330 S. Reed St., Littleton, Colorado 80123; scott-coupland@msn.com 2: Associate Professor and Program Director of the Marriage and Family Therapy program at The Ohio State University

Publication date: 1999-12-01