When a client presents who wants answers very quickly and is only willing to work minimally on his own issues, but wants you to focus instead on fixing his family, you might suggest:
Explanation
Answer - A - If an individual is unwilling to focus on his own issues during therapy with a larger family unit, it may be helpful to point out that no matter what, his behavior contributes to the family and in order for the family to change, his behavior must change as well. You may be able to do this all the while maintaining that he can do this with speed and accuracy, following only your directive to change behavior, not necessarily exploring emotional issues.
