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joining/working alliance/therapeutic system

Joining refers to a specific form of working relationship between therapist and family members. In the context of this alliance, the therapist "joins" the family in order to facilitate changes in the family structure (structural family therapy).

Definition extracted with permission from Simon, Fritz, et al, Family Process, Inc.: Language of Family Therapy: A Systemic Vocabulary and Source Book (Family Process Press Series)

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