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Critics claim that some of the traditional strategic techniques, such as paradoxical interventions, give too much power to the therapist relative to the clients. Others believe that these interventions can be highly effective, and therefore should be used, as it is in the best interest of the couple/family to improve. What do you think? Can you imagine yourself using a paradoxical or other strategic intervention? Please include a valid reference article.

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This solution discusses paradoxical interventions and other strategic intereventions. It describes whether the interventions can be highly effective. The explanation is given in 258 words with references.

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I personally do not feel that techniques such as paradoxical interventions should be used in family or couples therapy because as a therapist, one must use deceit in order to promote a change on the part of a member of the family. This could cause mistrust by the family member being deceived. A therapist must be able to be professional and honest with the clients and must be ...

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