The Brief Therapy Network
Brief & Narrative Therapy · Practice-Based Evidence
A curated collection of academic papers, abstracts, and publications for practitioners and researchers in brief and narrative therapy. Explore theoretical articles, book reviews, and access to the Journal of Systemic Therapies. Contributions to the BNTN Newsmagazine are welcomed from the community.
The network provides access to the Journal of Systemic Therapies, a peer-reviewed publication exploring collaborative, narrative, and solution-focused approaches. Practitioners can engage with current research, case studies, and theoretical developments shaping the field.
Articles span topics including dialogical practice, reflecting teams, outcome-informed clinical work, and postmodern therapeutic frameworks.
The BNTN Newsmagazine was a free bi-yearly publication covering training opportunities, conference reports, and original articles on brief and narrative therapy. It served as a community forum for sharing innovative research, theory, and practice.
Submissions of articles, interviews, editorials, and book or audiovisual reviews are welcome. See the submissions page for guidelines on contributing work of 500–1000 words in English, focused on interactional postmodern therapies.
The Brief Therapy Network offers practitioners and researchers a curated collection of academic papers and abstracts spanning brief and narrative therapy approaches. These publications delve into collaborative, solution-focused, and narrative methods, providing readers with theoretical depth and practical insights. The Journal of Systemic Therapies serves as a cornerstone resource, featuring peer-reviewed articles that explore innovative ways of working with individuals, couples, and families. Whether one is new to brief therapy or an experienced clinician, these materials support ongoing learning and reflection. The collection bridges research and practice, encouraging readers to consider how evidence and curiosity can shape more effective, respectful therapeutic conversations.
Book reviews within the network's publications offer thoughtful examinations of recent and foundational texts in the narrative and brief therapy fields. These reviews help practitioners stay current with emerging ideas while also revisiting the contributions of key theorists who have shaped collaborative and dialogical practice. Each review situates a work within broader conversations about meaning, resilience, and the relational nature of change. Readers gain a glimpse into how different authors interweave clinical examples, theoretical frameworks, and the voices of those they work alongside. This section of the publication archive supports a culture of shared learning and critical engagement with the written work of the field.
The network welcomes contributions from its community for the BNTN Newsmagazine, creating opportunities for practitioners to share their experiences, reflections, and innovations. This collaborative space values multiple perspectives and encourages submissions that explore the landscapes of brief and narrative therapy in everyday practice. Articles might examine how therapeutic ideas are adapted across different contexts or how practitioners maintain a stance of curiosity and respect. The newsmagazine becomes a living document of the network's collective wisdom, where seasoned therapists and newcomers alike can find inspiration and connection through the written word.
The publications section includes critical reviews of foundational and emerging texts in narrative and collaborative therapies. Theoretical articles examine practice-based evidence, dialogical processes, and the evolving methodologies shaped by key thinkers in the network.
Connecting practice, training, and research, this work offers fresh perspectives on narrative therapy's application across clinical and educational settings.
A collection of voices from leading practitioners including Tom Andersen, Harlene Anderson, and Michael White, exploring the dialogical and collaborative landscapes they shaped.
The Hincks-Dellcrest Institute offers workshops and training programs in Brief and Narrative Therapy, complementing the publications and research shared through the network. Visit their training page for current offerings.
For general inquiries about publications or to submit an item, contact black-lab@brieftherapynetwork.com.