Filial Therapy Notes

Filial Therapy Notes

• Parent focuses exclusively on the child without interruption for a goal of 30 minutes.  Books and electronic toys avoided.
• Child leads play, not parent.  Gives child a sense of control.
• Parent puts child’s feelings, thoughts, and even actions into words, without questioning, teaching, or praising
• Child may choose to play alone, with parent, talk, or be silent, the child chooses
• Parent accepts all behaviors and feelings, unless there is a need for limit setting.  If needed, use simple method, avoid trigger words “no” and “don’t”.
• Use reflective listening