Sexual Abuse Group Treatment
A Heroine's Journey
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About the Book
Sexual Abuse Group Treatment: A Heroine's Journey is a comprehensive resource for psychotherapists. Using the structure of mythic heroic journeys, the therapists and group members are guided through the stages of trauma treatment. Even very novice therapists and group leaders will be able to provide a quality group experience using this detailed guide. The book contains a complete curriculum, a companion writing journal, and detailed therapist guidelines for leading successful groups. There are intake guidelines, useful paperwork samples, and a goal progress checklist.
The curriculum covers all aspects of treatment from sexual abuse and trauma, in a structured and organized manner. Each section offers a variety of treatment sessions from which a therapist may choose, including presentations, discussions, art projects, role plays and writing exercises. Group materials and therapist directions are clearly given. In all, there are over 80 complete therapy sessions offered in this curriculum.
A companion writing journal coordinates with the curriculum. It offers additional resources for treatment both within the group and as homework assignments.
This group curriculum is written for girls ages 8-15, but can easily be adapted to other ages, including young adults. Many of the handouts, exercises, role plays, and writing topics can also be effectively used in individual therapy.
This book, including the curriculum and companion journal, will provide a therapist with the understanding and tools to start and run a successful sexual abuse treatment group.
About the Author
Marla Jensen is a clinical social worker currently in private practice in Auburn, California. She has been providing psychotherapy to sexually abused children, adolescents, and adults since 1983. She has led sexual abuse therapy groups in a variety of settings, including residential treatment, community mental health clinics, and sexual abuse treatment programs. She has a special interest in using the arts for personal healing.