All too often dignity is crushed by the terrible things people do to each other. These five therapists have a different story to tell about clients who have experienced violence, trauma, grief and loss. The human spirit is greater than the labels of "victim" or "survivor". These stories illustrate how resilience, growth and wisdom can arise in the face of suffering. The therapists describe how they are educated by their clients' courage and informed by the culture and values of their community. Useful therapeutic questions and steps are described and illustrated by clinical example. In-depth theory is provided through articles by the therapists in the accompanying manual.
The therapists are:
Makungu Akinyela Decatur, GA, USA
Tonya Gomes - Vancouver, BC, Canada
Imelda McCarthy Dublin, Ireland
Richard Tedeschi Charlotte, NC, USA
Allan Wade Duncan, BC, Canada
*Includes a 72 page manual with articles by the therapists.
This program will be of interest to:
* counsellors, psychologists, social workers
* women¹s transition house workers
* victim services workers
* the criminal justice system
* anyone inspired by the resilience of human beings
For therapists new to trauma work, you will see how mature practitioners have developed their approach. For seasoned therapists, the creativity and ingenuity of these five remarkable practitioners will energize and inspire you.