How is the technique implemented?
Bibliotherapy is essentially the implementation of books and readings as therapy for a student. The intent of this practice is to educate the client on a condition so that they can understand it throughout therapy. There are four stages to implementing this technique. First it is important to identify the needs of the client. Second, finding literature that is appropriate and will be beneficial to helping the client with their issue. In addition, literature needs to be appropriate with the clients reading abilities. Next, the client reads the material. And lastly, the client and the counselor review the literature together so that they can confirm the value and meaning of the literature as it pertains to the clients struggles.
What type of situation can the technique be applied to?
This type of therapy has a wide array of uses and can be used to help any client who is unaware of what may be causing their issues. Bibliotherapy can either educate the client on the counseling theory they will be participating in or it could be simply education on a condition or status the client assumes (mental illnesses, LGBQTA, physical illness, etc.).
What is your opinion of the technique?
Personally I find this therapy to be beneficial as a complement to other therapy. Using bibliotherapy allows the reader/client to gain insight or education on their situation which will help them in therapy and may even make them a more willing participant in therapy.
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