Rather than focusing on what’s “wrong,” a strength-based approach highlights what’s already strong within you: your resilience, courage, values, and lived wisdom. This approach honors your whole story and helps you build on your strengths to create meaningful change.
If you’re curious to learn more, check out the resources below for helpful articles and studies about the strength-based approach.
Virginia Commonwealth University: Strength-Based Approach in Social Work
National Library of Medicine: Strengths-Based Approach for Mental Health Recovery
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