The purpose of this study was to review Korean journal articles of Family Support and analyze the
concept of Family-Centered Practice. Based upon the criteria identified in this study, a total of 39 related
academic journals from 2003 to 2012 were selected and emphases of the concept were examined. As a
result, the emphases of Family-Centered Practice in Korea were found in ‘Family as the unit of attention’,
‘Family strengths’ and ‘Individualized family service.’. On the basis of the results of these analysis, practical
methods in social work was discussed.