Video Interaction Guidance (VIG)
Video Interaction Guidance (VIG) is a method which aims to improve communication and relationships. Participants are closely supported to view and reflect on short edited video clips of real situations and personal interactions. The client-centred, sensitive approach enables participants to become more aware of their skills and strengths in communication/relating, and to be empowered by the guider to build on these strengths, challenge assumptions, and make desired changes. VIG is an evidence-based method that has its roots in theories of attachment, mentalisation (mind-mindedness) and relational intersubjectivity. It also has a strong ethical base: at the heart of VIG is the understanding that relationships are built on respect, trust, hope, compassion, cooperation and appreciation. The approach enables change through self-modelling and video feedback in the context of a respectful and collaborative partnership between the participant and the guider. The key concept in VIG is attunement - between parent and child, but also between parent and guider.
VIG was originally developed as an intervention to develop strong attunement and attachment between a child and caregiver. It is recommended in the UK by NICE (National Institute of Clinical Excellence) and it is also listed as a recommended intervention in the 1001 Critical Days cross-party manifesto. The principles and practice of VIG are very versatile and can be applied to pretty much any relationship and any age range.
