Captured Quote by Jeffrey K. Zeig
“Milton Erickson was a master at using experiential techniques to elicit strengths that were previously dormant. Mills and Crowley have masterfully captured essential elements of Erickson's work and applied it to therapy with children. Easy to read, meticulously referenced, and filled with inspiring case studies, Therapeutic Metaphors for Children and the Child Within has now been updated with important new findings, and it's essential reading for clinicians who work with children as well as for those who want to improve their use of therapeutic metaphor.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Therapeutic Metaphors for Children and the Child Within, 2020
Erickson used experiential methods to awaken hidden strengths, and the book shows how to apply these metaphorical techniques with children.
In simple terms: Erickson’s methods unlock hidden strengths via metaphors.
Key Takeaway
Use metaphor to activate dormant abilities.
Themes
therapy
child development
metaphor
strengths
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- clinical sessions with children
- training workshops for therapists
- parent‑child counseling
Key Concepts
Erickson’s experiential approach
therapeutic metaphor
child psychotherapy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you tailor metaphors to a child’s experience?
- What safeguards ensure ethical use?
A Different Perspective
Metaphors may be misunderstood without proper context.
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