Dr. Lenore Walker, EdD has worked with physically, psychologically, and sexually abused women for more than 30 years and has developed an approach to their treatment called Survivor Therapy. In this dramatic recreation of key moments in the two-year course of therapy with Sarah, a 36-year-old battered woman with a history of childhood sexual abuse, Walker (the recipient of the American Psychological Association's Distinguished Contribution to Women's Health Award) illustrates the basic principles of her approach.

By watching this video, viewers gain increased understanding and skills in:
Conducting the critical first session interview; Collaboratively developing a crisis intervention safety plan; Effectively working with trauma and the cycles of violence; and, Helping abused women to gradually shed coping strategies that are no longer adaptive, regain self-esteem, and rebuild healthier lives. Combining scenes from numerous therapy sessions, this video is a valuable teaching tool for practitioners of all orientations and experience levels.

*Includes Instructor's Manual

ABOUT LENORE WALKER, EdD
Lenore Walker, EdD is an internationally renowned expert in domestic violence. Author of 12 books (including the now classic The Battered Woman) and scores of articles, she is currently professor of Clinical and Forensic Psychology at Nova Southeastern University. She is the recipient of numerous awards, and an expert witness who was called to testify in the O.J. Simpson trial.