Treating Complex Trauma and Dissociation

by Lynette S. Danylchuk, Kevin J. Connors

Treating Complex Trauma and Dissociation is the ideal guide for the front-line clinician whose clients come in with histories of trauma, abuse, self-injury, flashbacks, suicidal behavior, and more. The second edition includes the latest research and developments in treatment for trauma and dissociative disorders. The book is written with the knowledge that survivors may read it, and the authors have consciously maintained the dignity of the survivors throughout. Clinicians will find that the chapters help them develop their own responses and practical solutions to common questions, including "How do I handle this?" "What do I say?" and "What can I do?" Treating Complex Trauma and Dissociation is the book clinicians will want to pick up when they're stuck and is a handy reference that provides the tools needed to deal with difficult issues in therapy. It is supportive and respectful of both therapist and client, and, most of all, useful in the office.

Genres: Psychology

272 pages, Paperback

Published August 29, 2023

Reviews

[Morgan Blackledge · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good enough introduction to treating CPTSD.

[Na'ama Yehuda · Rating 5 out of 5]

In "Treating Complex Trauma and Dissociation", Danylchuk and Connors wrote an important and well thought out book about a crucially important topic: The treatment of complex trauma and the challenges that chronic traumatization and dissociative coping bring to therapy of people with complex PTSD. The authors' combined clinical experience and astute perceptions of clients' needs and inevitable (yet resolvable) therapeutic challenges make this book a real gem. It should be seen as an important addition to the library of any professional who works with traumatized persons. Well done!