Reparenting the Parent in Support of Redecisions

Abstract

Reparenting techniques are employed during Parent interviews (J. McNeel) to reparent the Parent ego state in order to provide support for redecisions made by the Child. Parent needs, wants, and feelings are identified and experienced to ensure that appropriate attention will be paid to them during the reparenting process. An annotated example of Parent reparenting is provided. Specific indications and examples of appropriate circumstances for the use of Parent reparenting are included.