Psychotherapy of Abused and Neglected Children

by John W. Pearce, Terry Dianne Pezzot-Pearce

Presenting practical psychotherapeutic strategies grounded in contemporary attachment theory, this uniquely integrative book addresses the needs of child clients who have been physically, sexually, or emotionally abused or neglected. Illustrated by cogent, sensitive case examples, the volume reviews the known developmental effects of abuse and neglect and explores the implications of attachment theory for individual work with maltreated children. Assessment and intervention approaches are discussed in detail, as are ways to enlist families, foster-families, and teachers in the healing process. Chapters also consider key issues in the therapeutic relationship.

Genres: Psychology

368 pages, Hardcover

First published February 14, 1997