To increase knowledge about a paradoxical intentionality technique to use when clients are exhibiting mindless behavior patterns that have been resistant to change. The therapist suggests that the client only pretend to have the symptomatic behavior, creating a playful, constructive tone for growth and change.

To increase knowledge about a paradoxical intentionality technique in which a client or family with rigid behavioral patterns is asked to continue, or even exaggerate, an undesired behavior as a way to regain a sense of control, thereby leading to gradual extinction.

To identify and practice positive communication skills to enhance parenting.

To help one recognize the specific triggers of their PTSD, and their responses to those triggers.

To provide information about the aspects of family life, including finances and child care arrangements, that need to be explored before a family separation.

To facilitate recovery by recognizing strong emotions from the past regarding things that cannot change, and then tossing them as a way of moving on.

To identify the benefits derived from the leisure activities in which one participates.

To increase awareness about a technique in which an enmeshed family member is sent on vacation so that the boundaries between that person and others are strengthened, while weak contact between underactive family members is increased.

To increase awareness and understanding of the components of a spiritual journey.