Using Social Work Theory for the Facilitation of Friendships

Abstract

Positive friendships are essential to human development and resilience. In spite of the importance of friendships, few social work models have been developed to help clients establish or maintain friendships. This article explores how clinical theories of social work, and their associated practice interventions, can guide social workers in helping their clients improve their friendship relationships.

Keywords:

• friendship
• social work practice
• social support
• theory
• relationships