Strategies for change: 16 therapeutic prescriptions (2020)

“More than fifty years ago, research at the Palo Alto School brought about a new model for understanding communication, change and therapeutic processes. This work gave birth to strategic therapy, a pragmatic approach guided by two questions: what is maintaining the problem? What enables change? To help the patient construct a new representation of his problem and get out of the impasses in which he finds himself trapped, the therapist explores with him the logic of this confinement. He uses his inventiveness to develop a new experience framework that will be more conducive to mobilizing the patient's resources. Many pathological situations thus find concrete answers through the implementation of change strategies which have demonstrated their therapeutic effectiveness for years. For the attention of all those who engage daily in the helping relationship and the relief of psychological suffering, the authors have chosen to share their know-how through 16 prescriptions that they apply daily with their best results. , by associating the pathologies studied within the framework of the PRN (Practice Research Network) SYPRENE. They are presented in an educational manner around case studies and conclude with a summary in the form of an encyclopedic sheet.”

Book content  

The book is structured into several chapters that address various aspects of change management, drawing on concrete examples and case studies drawn from Vitry's professional experience.

Foundations of the systemic and strategic approach:  

  Introduction to key concepts of the systems approach, such as circularity, feedback and communication loops. Vitry explains how these concepts can be applied to understand and influence relational dynamics.

Problem solving techniques:  

   - Description of specific techniques used in strategic brief therapy to resolve psychological and relational problems. Vitry details tools like reframing, prescribing paradoxical tasks, and using stratagems.

Case studies :  

   - The book presents several case studies that illustrate how change strategies have been successfully implemented in various contexts, including businesses, educational institutions and families. These examples help to understand the practical applications of the theories presented.

Practical applications:  

   - Discussion on practical applications of change strategies in different areas, such as stress management, burnout prevention, and improving professional performance. Vitry offers exercises and activities to help readers integrate these strategies into their daily lives.

Personal and professional development:  

   - Exploration of how change strategies can be used to promote personal and professional development. The book offers tips for improving communication, building resilience, and encouraging self-efficacy.

Reception and impact  

“Strategies for Change” has been well received by mental health professionals and coaches, as well as readers interested in personal development. The book is appreciated for its clarity, practicality and deep insights into the mechanisms of change. It is often used as a reference in coaching and systemic therapy training programs.

Conclusion  

“Change Strategies” is an essential guide for anyone wishing to understand and master the dynamics of change. Through his systemic and strategic approach, Grégoire Vitry offers powerful tools and proven techniques to help individuals and organizations effectively navigate periods of transition and transformation.

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LACT offers a certified course in strategic coaching

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LACT Birthday

Because celebrating birthdays is also an opportunity to look back at how far we have come. Thank you to everyone who accompanied us on this path full of surprises and encounters.

• 2014 – Creation of LACT, representative of the Palo Alto School in France
  
• 2014 – Creation of LACT Research
  
• 2014 – Creation of the research network on systemic practice (SYPRENE)
  
• 2017 - DU in Relationship Clinic with Paris 8 University
• 2017 – Publication of When work hurts
• 2019 - Clinical Master's degree with specialization in psychopathology with the CTS of Professor Nardone
  
• 2020 - Systemic Coach Training
• 2020 – Publication of Change Strategies
• 2020 – Creation of SYPRES - www.syspres.org
  
• 2021 – HDS certification
  
• 2023 – Publication of Getting out of addiction?
  
• 2023 – Publication of Understanding and treating addictions
• 2023 – Organization of the first World Systemic Congress (WSC) – world-systemic-congress.org
  
• 2024 – DU Systemic and Strategic Approach to Education with Paris 8 University