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Supporting birth parents whose children have been adopted
- Editor:
- ALPER Joanne
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 208
- Place of publication:
- London
This book provides professionals with insights into the support needs of birth parents whose children have been adopted, looks at how best to support them, and the benefits this support can provide. Drawing on the latest research, it outlines good practice for professionals and puts forward a range of models for intervention. These include therapeutic support for birth parents, trauma-informed and relationship-based approaches, and group work models. It also includes a chapter on supporting women who have experienced recurrent care proceedings. (Edited publisher abstract)
Counselling skills for working with trauma: healing from child sexual abuse, sexual violence and domestic abuse
- Author:
- SANDERSON Christiane
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 328
- Place of publication:
- London
This is a practical, introductory guide to counselling survivors of child abuse, neglect, rape, sexual violence, sexual trafficking, religious sexual abuse, and domestic abuse. Written in an accessible style, it provides a comprehensive introduction to complex trauma accompanied by advice on how to create a safe environment in which survivors can learn the skills to restore control over trauma symptoms, to aid healing and post traumatic growth. The book covers these key principles: understanding the role of dissociation in complex trauma; the role of attachment; managing flashbacks, panic attacks, nightmares and dissociation; responding to shame and guilt; managing relationships; and the impact of working with complex trauma. It explores how practitioners can work more effectively with trauma, and offers techniques and skills which can easily be integrated into different therapeutic models. (Edited publisher abstract)
Working with drug and alcohol users: a guide to providing understanding, assessment and support
- Author:
- WHITE Tony
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 224p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Using transactional analysis theory, the author begins by explaining why some people use substances and others do not. He explores different personality types, and covers the basic components of drug counselling. The book moves on to specific counselling techniques used to treat and manage substance users. Case examples are included throughout to demonstrate the ideas in practice. The guide is aimed at anyone working with drug and alcohol users, including counsellors, psychotherapists, psychologists and support workers. Chapters include: drugs in society and addiction; fundamental components of drug counselling; transactional analysis and the theory of addiction; why people use drugs and their treatment; specific techniques in counselling the drug and alcohol user; the harm reduction contract and harm reduction counselling; assessment of the drug and alcohol user; drug use ambivalence; relapse process work and motivational interviewing. A chapter is also devoted to the teenage drug user.
A comprehensive guide to suicidal behaviours: working with individuals at risk and their families
- Authors:
- ALDRIDGE David, BARRERO Sergio Perez
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 192p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Over a million people commit suicide worldwide every year. This book takes an interdisciplinary approach that looks at the person at risk, to help anyone working with suicidal individuals to prevent this major cause of death. Backed up by research and clinical expertise the book clarifies the facts about suicide and debunks the many unfounded myths surrounding the subject. It covers the classifications and manifestations of suicide, as well as the major risk factors, at-risk groups and warning signs. Advice on effective communication and a repertoire of strategies for distress management are offered, not only for supporting at-risk individuals and those who have survived a suicide attempt, but also families coping with bereavement. A final chapter explores the impact of the internet and the digital age on both the propagation and prevention of suicide. This book is designed for anybody working with people at risk of suicide, including clinicians, therapists, psychologists, social and healthcare workers and volunteers working in suicide prevention.
Understanding disorganized attachment: theory and practice for working with children and adults
- Authors:
- SHEMMINGS David, SHEMMINGS Yvonne
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 240p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This book considers disorganised attachment – the most extreme form of insecure attachment. It can develop in a child when the person who is normally meant to protect them is a source of danger. This usually leads to “fear without solution” and the effects can be lasting and damaging. This comprehensive book outlines what it is, how it can be identified and the key causes, including neurological, biochemical and genetic explanations. Factors that contribute to disorganised attachment are covered including unresolved loss and trauma, and the behaviour of caregivers. The authors also discuss evidence-based interventions to help families and carers as well as how to work with adults to prevent or minimise its occurrence. To root the theory in practice and to illustrate real-life examples of disorganised attachment case vignettes are included. This book is designed for to practitioners and academics in the fields of social care, psychology, counselling and allied health professions as well as undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Solution focused therapy for the helping professions
- Author:
- WINBOLT Barry
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2010
- Pagination:
- 208p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This guide to Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), an effective therapeutic approach which focuses on clients’ strengths and achievements, provides a practical introduction to what SFBT is and how best to use it with clients. The author describes the principles, techniques and steps involved in the approach, including forming a productive working relationship with the client, using questions creatively, the effective use of language, and working collaboratively with the client in finding solutions. Case studies are included to demonstrate the ideas and techniques presented. This book is designed for those in the helping professions who are either already familiar with SFBT and want to improve their knowledge, or are looking for new and effective ways to communicate with and help the people they work with. Contents include: terminology; the helping professions; the solution focused approach; the ingredients of success; the key assumptions of SFBT; the building blocks of SFBT; the language of change; the use of language in therapy; questions are keys; the first SFBT session; the helping relationship; and conclusion.
Working with suicidal individuals: a guide to providing understanding, assessment and support
- Author:
- WHITE Tony
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2010
- Pagination:
- 272p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This book is a guide to understanding suicide, the assessment of risk, and the treatment and management of suicidal individuals. It covers the theory behind suicidal behaviour, using Transactional Analysis to explore the personality types of suicidal individuals and to understand their motivations. Factors that contribute to an individual becoming suicidal, such as mental illness, are also explored. A system for the assessment of suicide risk is provided, including both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Finally, the book discusses different ways suicidal and pseudo-suicidal individuals can be managed and treated, including the no suicide contract and redecision therapy. Case studies are included throughout to demonstrate the theory and practice. This book is of interest for those working with a suicidal or at-risk individual, including practitioners in health, social work, psychotherapy, psychology and counselling.
Counselling older people with alcohol problems
- Authors:
- FOX Mike, BLANCHARD Martin
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 208p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Providing effective counselling services to the growing number of over-55s who misuse alcohol requires a specialised approach. They are often patronised, their ability to recover not acknowledged, and expected to fit into generic treatment systems. This practical guide explores the factors that differentiate older drinkers, and introduces a person-centred model designed to help counsellors and other healthcare professionals provide this group of clients with the help and support they need. Older people with alcohol problems often have complex personal histories, and are particularly vulnerable to long-term dependency, social isolation and self-medication. The authors explore the influences, patterns and triggers that affect the development and progression of alcohol dependency in this age group, and provide a detailed description of a theoretical model and therapeutic process that has proved successful in practice. Illustrative case studies are included and guidance is also given for working with clients with dementia or mental health problems. The book is aimed at counsellors and other healthcare professionals who encounter alcohol problems in their clinical practice, including clinical psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists and community psychiatric nurses.
Introduction to counselling survivors of interpersonal trauma
- Author:
- SANDERSON Christiane
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2010
- Pagination:
- 319p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
The author aims to provide an understanding of nature, dynamics, impact and long-term effects of interpersonal trauma. The betrayal of trust and dehumanisation in interpersonal trauma creates paradoxes that can distort a survivor’s reality, leading to alterations in perception, withdrawal and disconnection from self and others. This book explains how counsellors can help to restore reality and promote re-connection to facilitate recovery within a safe and supportive relationship. Clinical examples are used to highlight the unique features of different types of interpersonal trauma and how to work most effectively with survivors of each. The professional challenges of this type of work are also discussed in an attempt to minimise the risk of vicarious traumatisation and secondary stress. The book is aimed at a wide range of practitioners helping those that have suffered sexual violence, child abuse, domestic abuse, elder abuse, institutional abuse and abuse by professionals. The book is divided into three main parts. Part 1 looks at the nature of interpersonal trauma and clinical practice. Part 2 considers the spectrum of interpersonal abuse and part 3 discusses professional issues.
Counselling survivors of domestic abuse
- Author:
- SANDERSON Christiane
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 272p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
The author explains how counsellors can facilitate recovery from domestic abuse within a secure, supportive therapeutic relationship. It is written to assist professionals working with survivors of domestic abuse. The author aims to increase awareness of the complex nature of domestic abuse, to provide insights into its relationship with mental health and to suggest how counsellors can work most efficaciously. The book describes specific challenges, such as secondary traumatic events, faced by professionals when working in the area of domestic abuse. The importance of identifying domestic abuse in order to address the therapeutic process and aid recovery is emphasised and issues such as safety and protection, the long term effects of abuse and the importance of grieving to the restoration of hope are included.