期刊名称：Research in Psychotherapy: Psychopathology, Process and Outcome
印刷版ISSN：2239-8031
出版年度：2015
卷号：18
页码：141-151
DOI：10.4081/ripppo.2015.188
语种：English
出版社：PAGEPress Publications
摘要：Introduction: In the field of child psychotherapy research it is common to evaluate psychotherapeutic change through the perspective of adults, such as the child’s parents or designated therapist. Research that actively includes children’s perspectives of psychotherapy generally turn to verbal methods of gathering information, such as inter?views. It is important, however, to take into account non-verbal resources that better fa?cilitate expression among children. Aim: This article explores the use of drawings in or?der to better understand how children view psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic change. It aims to contribute to child and adolescent psychotherapy research by propos?ing a new methodology. Method: This study presents a single-case analysis of the “be?fore and after psychotherapy” drawing of an eight year-old boy who was sexually abused and successfully completed the psychotherapeutic process due to this experience. Data collection methods include soliciting a drawing and carrying out an in-depth interview, both of which were examined using thematic and visual narrative analysis. Results: Par?ticipant drawing provided crucial insight into the psychotherapy process, such as per?ceived changes in emotional states and personal growth and empowerment, all of which allowed the child to make sense of the abusive experience. Meanings that emerged when analyzing the drawing complement verbal narratives.Discussion: The implications of these results are discussed, highlighting the importance of non-traditional research methodologies that are sensitive to children’s developmental needs. Methodologies that consider the developmental characteristics of children allow them to express themselves fully, articulate their narratives and voices, and allow us to reach an understanding of their meanings of their psychotherapeutic processes.
