Miracle Question Discussion Board (10pts)
This discussion board relates to the learning objectives associated with this LM: to critically apply Solution-focused therapy (SFT) strategies.
The purpose of this discussion board is for you to gain experience utilizing the SFT Miracle Question in a role-play exercise.
Instructions:
Identify a willing subject (can be a family member, friend, friendly stranger, a person from class utilizing Skype, etc.) and have a conversation utilizing strategies from SFT, including the Miracle Question (PRACTICE and modify to fit your communication style BEFORE the conversation):
In the middle of the night, a miracle happens and a problem that you are experiencing is gone! So, when you wake up tomorrow morning, what might be the small change that will make you say to yourself, ‘Wow, something must
have happened—the problem is gone!’
In addition, ask appropriate detailed follow up questions (e.g., What would your partner/family/supervisor notice? How would you know something has changed? Etc.). You are encouraged to make a list of follow-up questions BEFORE the conversation. Please video record the conversation to help with your skill development and to ensure accuracy in answering the DB questions. You will NOT have to turn in this audio/video recording.
Directions:
Start a New Thread. In the Subject line write your preferred first and last name a brief title summarizing your thread. Your Message should be at least 300 words in length (Maximum 500 words) and address the following questions:Â
them to participate in the conversation b. How you prepared for the conversation c. How you asked the miracle question (include direct quote) d. How the individual responded and the miracle they identified (include direct quote) 2. Re-watch the video recording and critique your interpersonal skills and competence.
You must properly cite and reference at least 2 different sources of content (e.g., PPLV, articles, text readings, videos) from Learning Module G.  a. How did the interviewee experience the conversation and particularly the Miracle Question? (provide specific evidence from the video associated with
body language, verbal & non-verbal responses, etc.) b. What specific interpersonal skills (e.g., following skills, empathy, reflection, open-ended questions, etc.) did you utilize during the conversation and how were they received by the interviewee (include direct quotes) c. What areas did you struggle with in the conversation (provide specific evidence from the video/audio recording). d. How might you take steps to improve your skills in these areas in the next two weeks? Â
Permanent link: https://login.ezproxy1.lib.asu.edu/login?url=https://search.alexanderstreet.com/view/work/bibliographic_entity|video_work|1778915 Solution Focused Therapy [Video file]. (1997). Psychotherapy.net. Retrieved July 17, 2015, from Counseling and Therapy in Video: Volume I.
