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Abuse: Questions and Answers for Counsellors and Therapists (Questions And Answers For Counsellors And Therapists (Whurr))
Abuse Questions and Answers for Counsellors and Therapists - Questions And Answers For Counsellors And Therapists Whurr Author:Moira Walker This book explores key areas of working with adult survivors of childhood abuse that in the author's experience as a practitioner, trainer, and supervisor are frequent concerns of those working in this field. Areas covered include an exploration of theoretical approaches and their relevance, definitions of abuse, ethical issues and questions, th... more »e impact of abuse on the child and on the adult survivor, the effects of working in this field on the worker and how to respond to these. Some of the specific areas covered relate to self harm, the recovery of memories, dissociative responses, the dynamics of the therapeutic relationship and many more. Throughout the book it is recognized that the questions covered are frequently contentious and arouse strong feelings. Every attempt is made to provide a measured, careful and thorough response based on many years' experience in this area.« less