Understanding domestic abuse -- Understanding the impact and long-term effects of domestic abuse -- Understanding survivors of domestic abuse -- Working with survivors of domestic abuse -- Working with safety and protection strategies -- Working with trauma of domestic abuse -- Working with self-aspects of domestic abuse -- Working with relational aspects of domestic abuse -- Working with loss and the restoration of hope -- Professional issues when working with survivors of domestic abuse
Summary
Examines the psychobiological impact of domestic abuse within a trauma framework and explains how counsellors can facilitate recovery from domestic abuse within a secure, supportive therapeutic relationship. This book addresses such issues as safety and protection issues, the long-term effects of abuse and working to restore hope
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 257-265) and indexes
