Main description:

There is very little up to date information and guidance for counsellors working with victims of domestic violence.

Contents:

1. Introduction 2. A Model of Therapeutic Practice 3. Understanding Domestic Abuse 4. Enhancing Therapeutic Skills 5. Understanding Attachment and Transference 6. Working with Protective Emotions 7. Working with Protective Behaviours 8. Understanding Complex Trauma 9. Understanding the Developmental Impact of Domestic Violence and Adverse Experiences in Childhood across the Life-Course 10. Compassionate Mind Training 11. Different Clients, Different Contexts 12. Understanding the Impact of Law and Ethics 13. Using Creative Arts Therapies to Work with Trauma Developed from Experiences of Domestic Abuse 14. Preparing Ourselves for Starting and Continuing Client Work 15. Looking Ahead