Case Study

Name:

Age:  35

Gender Identity:  Male

Ethnicity/Race:  African American

Relational Status:  Married

Presenting Problem:  Mr. Flynn is a caregiver to his wife who suffers from Multiple Sclerosis. He also works full time job and is a father to one child that he shares with his wife.  Recently Mr. Flynns’ mother passed away.

Client Goals:  Manage anxiety and stress while also finding a way to cope with the recent death of his mother

Continued Challenges:  Anxiety, stress, and panic attacks.

Social Support:  Mr. Flynn lives several hours away from family and has no direct family support.  Due to the condition of his wife his social life has declined over the years.

Assets:  Mr. Flynn is financially stable, has adequate housing and job security.  Due to his childhood he is very resilient.

Choose between an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or Solution-focused Counseling or Feminist or Multicultural approach. Explain reason for chosen theory. Provide a brief synopsis of the case study and a brief synopsis of chose theory. Include key concepts from the theory that are hallmarks of the approach. Include key interventions. Lastly, include treatment recommendation and application of theory.