Psychotherapy of abused and neglected children

Author(s)

• Pearce, John W.
• Pezzot-Pearce, Terry D.

Bibliographic Information

Psychotherapy of abused and neglected children

by John W. Pearce, Terry D. Pezzot-Pearce

Guilford Press, c2007

2nd ed

• : hardcover

Note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This widely used guidebook and text combines theory, research, and practical clinical strategies. Provided is a thoughtful framework for understanding the developmental impact of maltreatment; assessing the unique needs of each child and family; building a strong therapeutic relationship; and implementing a variety of effective interventions.

Table of Contents

1. Child Maltreatment and Development Outcome 2. Mechanisms of Impact 3. Family Assessment 4. Assessment of the Child 5. Principles and Goals of Treatment 6. Working with Parents and Caregivers 7. The Therapeutic Relationship 8. Helping Children Express Their Feelings and Thoughts about Maltreatment 9. Helping the Child Develop Effective Coping Mechanisms 10. Reformulating the Meaning of Maltreatment 11. Termination of Therapy 12. Personal Implications for the Therapist

by "Nielsen BookData"

• NCID: BA78891682
• ISBN:
  • 1593852134
• LCCN: 2006008759
• Country Code: us
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: New York
• Pages/Volumes: xv, 411 p.
• Size: 24 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : RJ507.A29
  • NLM : WS 350.2
  • DC22 : 618.92/8582230651
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Abused children -- Rehabilitation
  • LCSH : Child psychotherapy
  • MESH : Child Abuse -- psychology
  • MESH : Child Abuse -- rehabilitation
  • MESH : Child
  • MESH : Infant
  • MESH : Psychotherapy