Kelechi EzeadiLicensed Social Worker, LSW

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Family Needs: Family needs are Love, Sense of Belonging, Mutual respect, and Shared communication. The family wants harmonious relationships through mutual respect and communication. The lack of these qualities in the home have caused strife in the family, to the point where it becomes maladaptive. The family wants qualitative relationships with one another. They want their relationships to be positive, meaningful and purposeful. They want and need this because the family unit is interconnected. There is a symbiotic relationship amongst all family members. I would meet the family as a unit and as individuals. Have them explain their perspective on what is occurring. Interview each family member separately and ask them about their goals and challenges. Interview the family as a group. I would then validate their accomplishments and have them focus on positive coping mechanisms.