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Abstract

Objective:

This randomized controlled trial examined the effect of an intensive experiential workshop based on the Satir growth model (SGM) that aims at cultivating self-transformation.

Method:

Ninety-six adult participants were randomly assigned to the intervention group (52 participants) or the wait-list control group. The role of self-transformation, measured by the Perceived Self-Transformation Scale, in the relationship between affects and mental health problems was examined using mediation analyses.

Results:

After the workshop, the intervention group demonstrated higher levels of self-transformation (η² = .308, p < .001), as well as significant improvement (p < .001) in positive (η² = .557) and negative (η² = .293) affects, self-esteem (η² = .538), spirituality (η² = .473), and mental health problems (η² = .386). Importantly, increased self-transformation after the workshop partially mediated the relationship between reduced negative affect and mental health problems in the intervention group (indirect effect: β = 0.163, 95% confidence interval [0.035, 0.343]).

Conclusion:

Findings of this study suggest that the SGM-based intervention can be effective in ameliorating mental health problems.

Keywords

counseling mental health problems personal growth Satir growth model self-transformation

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Effects of the Satir Model on Mental Health: A Randomized Controlled Trial

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