- Training workshop on the SOFTA. A basic training on the SOFTA consists of a one-day workshop with the following components (clicking on them you can see a description of each training module):

1. Review of the therapeutic alliance construct and the major instruments
2. The SOFTA model: dimensions and clinical applications
3. How to use the SOFTA-o: behavioural indicators and rating scale guidelines
4. Practicing with training video-clips
5. Homework: rating of 6 video-recorded therapy sessions (for researchers) and live (self)supervision of 3 sessions using the SOFTA-o

Access to a web-site (www.softa-soatif.net) will be provided with readings, the training manual, and all the software and audiovisual materials required for the training exercises. The website also has a blog for trainees to consult about difficulties or make suggestions about the training. For additional information about training contact M. Friedlander or V.Escudero

- Pilot project at the University of Bristol, UK: Effectiveness of training family therapists about the therapeutic alliance