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We who work with people with chronic and/or terminal illnesses are often confounded about what we ought to do and what we can do for those who suffer. This paper presents a case study of my work with Marion who began therapy after her presymptomatic testing for HD to address her depression and anxiety. The approach we took is a narrative one. The impact of illness on existing family stories is described followed by an examination of the premises of a narrative model. The case description demonstrates the collaborative nature of the therapy. Some thoughts on the role of the therapist in this model are offered.
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Sobel, S. Thursdays with Marion: The Therapist's Tale. J Genet Counsel 14, 341–347 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-005-0798-x
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