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[[Triadic Restructuring]] (TR) is the Triadic-relational configurations Substrate
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[[Triadic Restructuring]] (TR) is the [[Triadic-relational configurations Substrate]]
  
  
 
== Definition: ==
 
== Definition: ==
  
Triadic Restructuring (TR) is a method of restructuring or re-patterning that encompasses an array of techniques which occur in three-person and larger systems. Thus, TR utilizes techniques which alter process, structure, hierarchy, and function of  triads and family systems at domain Level III (triadic-relational) of the total ecological system. Viewing the system using an increasingly macroscopic lens, TR techniques tend to focus on dyads which are unstable having engaged a third-person to stabilize the dyad. Whereas, DR is concerned with self-other configurations, TR emphasizes a dyad + another. These techniques are primarily derived from family systems approaches but may also be used individually. Triangular configurations may exist in multiple configurations, both generationally and muti-generationally.
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Triadic Restructuring (TR) is a method of [[restructuring]] or re-patterning that encompasses an array of techniques which occur in three-person and larger systems. Thus, TR utilizes techniques which alter process, structure, hierarchy, and function of  triads and family systems at domain Level III (triadic-relational) of the total ecological system. Viewing the system using an increasingly macroscopic lens, TR techniques tend to focus on dyads which are unstable having engaged a third-person to stabilize the dyad. Whereas, DR is concerned with self-other configurations, TR emphasizes a dyad + another. These techniques are primarily derived from family systems approaches but may also be used individually. Triangular configurations may exist in multiple configurations, both generationally and muti-generationally.
 
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== Function: ==  
 
== Function: ==  
*(a) stabilizing an unstable triangle:
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The function of triadic restructuring is to enhance the self-other differentiation in a dyadic configuration where there is a lack of intimacy and closeness, or an avoidance of conflict that results in the necessity for a third party to stabilize this configuration  (Guerin et al., 1996, p. 56).<ref>Guerin, P. J., Fogarty, T. F., Fay, L. F., & Kautto, J. G. (1996). ''Working with relational triangles: The one-two-three of psychotherapy''. New York: Guilford Press</ref>
*(b) displacing conflict,
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*(c) avoiding intimacy in a dyad” (Guerin et al., 1996, p. 56).[1]
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*Also, viewed by Fogarty (1979)[2] “as a short-circuiting mechanism that serves the purposes of avoiding discomfort with intimacy and of avoiding discomfort with facing conflictual issues (Guerin et al., 1996, p. 13).[3]
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== Goals of Restructuring: ==
 
== Goals of Restructuring: ==
 
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The goal of triadic restructuring is to alter the processes that occur in three-person configurations which can be depicted as triads.
*Subtypes of Triadic Restructuring:
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**[[Relational Triadic Restructuring]]: focus on three-person relationships in vivo
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**[[Symbolic-relational restructuring]]: focus on individual or dynamics in triad  not physically present
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== Techniques: ==
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*'''Subtypes of Triadic Restructuring''':
Function:
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#[[Relational Triadic Restructuring]]: focus on three-person relationships in vivo
(a) stabilizing an unstable triangle:
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#[[Symbolic-relational restructuring]]: focus on individual or dynamics in triad  not physically present
(b) displacing conflict,
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(c) avoiding intimacy in a dyad” (Guerin et al., 1996, p. 56).[1]
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Also, viewed by Fogarty (1979)[2] “as a short-circuiting mechanism that serves the purposes of avoiding discomfort with intimacy and of avoiding discomfort with facing conflictual issues (Guerin et al., 1996, p. 13).[3]
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[edit] Goals of Restructuring:  
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“Structural alterations for symptom relief and a focus on bringing to the surface the emotional process that occurs within triangles. It gives therapeutic access to the underlying individual and dyadic processes that have been driving the presenting symptom” (Guerin, et al., 1996, p. 18).[4]
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Subtypes of Triadic Restructuring:  
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== Methods & Techniques: ==
Relational Triadic Restructuring: focus on three-person relationships in vivo  
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Symbolic-relational restructuring: focus on individual or dynamics in triad not physically present  
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'''Subtypes of Triadic Restructuring:'''
[edit] Techniques:
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*[[Relational Triadic Restructuring]]: focus on three-person relationships in vivo  
Expected-transactive restructuring
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*[[Symbolic-relational restructuring]]: focus on individual or dynamics in triad not physically present
Interpretation and linking Transference-Past relationships (T-P)
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*[[Enactment]]: key moments in treatment that involve three person interactions that are typical yet can be used to intervene to create new possibilities
Transference-Current relationships
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Transference-Current relationships-Past relationships (T-C-P) (Sifneos, Malan, Davanloo)
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Empathic validation (Kohut, 1971)
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Encouragement to elaborate
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[edit] References
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1.↑ Guerin, P. J., Fogarty, T. F., Fay, L. F., & Kautto, J. G. (1996). Working with relational triangles: The one-two-three of psychotherapy. New York: Guilford Press.
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2.↑ Fogarty, T. (1979). The distancer and the pursuer. The Family, 7(1), 11-16.
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3.↑ Guerin, P. J., Fogarty, T. F., Fay, L. F., & Kautto, J. G. (1996). Working with relational triangles: The one-two-three of psychotherapy. New York: Guilford Press.
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4.↑ Guerin, P. J., Fogarty, T. F., Fay, L. F., & Kautto, J. G. (1996). Working with relational triangles: The one-two-three of psychotherapy. New York: Guilford Press.
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== References ==
 
== References ==
  
 
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== Additional References ==
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Fogarty, T. (1979). The distancer and the pursuer. ''The Family, 7''(1), 11-16.

Latest revision as of 11:19, 1 May 2011

Triadic Restructuring (TR) is the Triadic-relational configurations Substrate


Definition:

Triadic Restructuring (TR) is a method of restructuring or re-patterning that encompasses an array of techniques which occur in three-person and larger systems. Thus, TR utilizes techniques which alter process, structure, hierarchy, and function of triads and family systems at domain Level III (triadic-relational) of the total ecological system. Viewing the system using an increasingly macroscopic lens, TR techniques tend to focus on dyads which are unstable having engaged a third-person to stabilize the dyad. Whereas, DR is concerned with self-other configurations, TR emphasizes a dyad + another. These techniques are primarily derived from family systems approaches but may also be used individually. Triangular configurations may exist in multiple configurations, both generationally and muti-generationally.

Function:

The function of triadic restructuring is to enhance the self-other differentiation in a dyadic configuration where there is a lack of intimacy and closeness, or an avoidance of conflict that results in the necessity for a third party to stabilize this configuration (Guerin et al., 1996, p. 56).[1]

Goals of Restructuring:

The goal of triadic restructuring is to alter the processes that occur in three-person configurations which can be depicted as triads.

  • Subtypes of Triadic Restructuring:
  1. Relational Triadic Restructuring: focus on three-person relationships in vivo
  2. Symbolic-relational restructuring: focus on individual or dynamics in triad not physically present

Methods & Techniques:

Subtypes of Triadic Restructuring:

References

  1. Guerin, P. J., Fogarty, T. F., Fay, L. F., & Kautto, J. G. (1996). Working with relational triangles: The one-two-three of psychotherapy. New York: Guilford Press


Additional References

Fogarty, T. (1979). The distancer and the pursuer. The Family, 7(1), 11-16.