Functional family therapy (FFT) focuses on creating a more adaptive and cohesive family system, while strategic family therapy (SFT) aims to address specific problems and alter family patterns. The key differences between FFT and SFT include:
FFT emphasizes the importance of the therapist's relationship with the family and the need for empathy and collaboration.
SFT may involve direct or indirect interventions designed to provoke change and challenge dysfunctional patterns within the family.