ABSTRACT
In the world of design, once the designer or design team has begun to explore the brief, they will begin to create prototype solutions physically tangible mock-ups that can be tried out by different potential users. There then follows an iterative process of adapting the design in the light of feedback, until the best fit is achieved. In seeking to design the best combination of ideas and methods for each client, pluralistic therapy is influenced by design theory. Activities such as prototyping and trying out represent one example of how a design perspective can be applied in therapy practice. In-session demonstrations, evoking a creative approach to everyday situations, and structured homework tasks are some ways in which the general strategy of trying things out can be integrated into therapy. The principles of design thinking make it clear that being able to generate brilliant ideas in the office is never enough.
