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The relationship of theory to clinical practice

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This paper, based on the results of a national study of experienced clinical social workers, focuses on the nature of theoretical perspectives, practice models, and modes of clinical intervention. The majority of respondents identified ego psychology as being most instrumental to their approach with socio-cultural, cognitive/behavioral and family systems theories having an important secondary influence. Most identified with the psychosocial model of practice with problem-solving and family therapy being instrumental secondary models. Specific modes of clinical work were examined in relation to these theories and models.

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  1. Graduate School of Social Work, Boston College, 02167, Chestnut Hill, MA

    Richard A. Mackey (Professor)

  2. Goldman School, Boston University, 02215, Boston, MA

    Mitchell Burek (Associate Professor)

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  1. Richard A. Mackey
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Mackey, R.A., Burek, M. & Charkoudian, S. The relationship of theory to clinical practice. Clin Soc Work J 15, 368–383 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00752974

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