What is a core belief of MRI's approach to therapy?

In the MRI (Mental Research Institute) approach to therapy, a core belief is to view complaints as the central issue. This perspective emphasizes understanding the specific problems that clients are presenting rather than delving into their past histories or personal traumas. The method aims to identify and change the troublesome interactions and communication patterns that are maintaining the issue.

By focusing directly on the complaints and how they manifest in the present, the MRI model facilitates a practical and structured approach to problem-solving. This perspective allows therapists to help clients find solutions by rewriting the problematic narratives that contribute to their difficulties. The treatment is oriented toward observable behavior and the relational context rather than exploring deep-seated traumas or promoting emotional expression as primary therapeutic goals. The goal is to shift the patterns of interaction that are causing distress, ultimately leading to resolution and symptom reduction.