ABSTRACT

This chapter describes and illustrates an atheoretical and broadly-based method of case conceptualizations. Unlike most case conceptualizations methods which are based on one of the many Psychodynamic theories, Cognitive-Behavioral theories, or Interpersonal theories, the Biopsychosocial method is largely atheoretical. Also, in contrast to most, if not all, theory-based approaches, which are more narrowly focused, the Biopsychosocial method is more broadly-based and encompasses the interplay of three domains of human experience: the biological, psychological, and the sociocultural. Because of its recognition of the biological domain, the Biopsychosocial method is unique among psychotherapeutic methods approaches.