Therapeutic Interventions for Parent-Child Contact Issues: A Clinician's Guide

By Kelley Baker and Amy Eichler

This book is for clinicians - therapists, counselors, clinical social workers, and psychologists, who work directly with clients going through separation and divorce. While the information gained in most graduate programs and internships prepares the clinician for working with unhealthy family dynamics, it does not prepare practitioners for the unique demands of working with families in custody litigation. Family court judges need skilled mental health professionals to assess and treat families in divorce. Judges and lawyers are not mental health experts. They rely on the input of psychological experts to make decisions to help the children and parents in their courtrooms. Chapters are presented in a consistent format similar to training seminars and manuals. They begin with learning objectives and, when appropriate, end with a summary of suggested resources labeled as "Clinician's Toolbox." The resources include forms, supplies, media, and other practical reminders a therapist might consider adding to their repertoire of techniques when working with this population. Case vignettes provide real-life examples taken from the authors' professional experience. Clinicians will need to develop a self-care routine to maintain their own emotional health and guard against burnout. Our goal is to prepare you for the needs of this population and arm you with the information necessary to help families and protect yourself.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0398094616
• ISBN13: 9780398094614
• Release Date: February 2025
• Publisher: Charles C Thomas Pub Ltd
• Length: 262 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.0" x 10.0"