Abstract
A postmodern and integral co-inquiry led by the authors, with Lucinda as “client,” offered a unique unconventional and postconventional
perspective on a client’s case review. Utilizing integral theory (Wilber) as a guideline for a theory of holons and change,
the co-investigators reflect upon and trans(per)form a learning experiment around the question of “why has Lucinda’s family
been unable to solve the problem of a chronically drunken spouse, father, and recent grandfather?” Offerings from this investigation
suggest the therapeutic and educational value of a case review that includes and transcends the client’s input and perspective
as well as intervening into the holon dynamics of the family system (Minuchin & Fishman). Methodological issues are discussed,
a future treatment plan is sketched, and benefits and limitations of such an approach are included as a potential model for
other caregivers (professional and lay) dealing with alcoholism and developmental pathologies.
perspective on a client’s case review. Utilizing integral theory (Wilber) as a guideline for a theory of holons and change,
the co-investigators reflect upon and trans(per)form a learning experiment around the question of “why has Lucinda’s family
been unable to solve the problem of a chronically drunken spouse, father, and recent grandfather?” Offerings from this investigation
suggest the therapeutic and educational value of a case review that includes and transcends the client’s input and perspective
as well as intervening into the holon dynamics of the family system (Minuchin & Fishman). Methodological issues are discussed,
a future treatment plan is sketched, and benefits and limitations of such an approach are included as a potential model for
other caregivers (professional and lay) dealing with alcoholism and developmental pathologies.
- Content Type Journal Article
- Pages 1-21
- DOI 10.1007/s11469-012-9375-4
- Authors
- R. Michael Fisher, Center for Spiritual Inquiry & Integral Education, 507 S. James St., Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
- Tess Davis (with Lucinda), Center for Spiritual Inquiry & Integral Education, 507 S. James St., Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
- Journal International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction
- Online ISSN 1557-1882
- Print ISSN 1557-1874