First Stage Trauma Treatment: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals Working with Women

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Focusing on complex posttraumatic stress responses in women with histories of early or chronic abuse, this book offers a conceptual framework and practical strategies for therapists. It highlights the significance of timing in therapy, the biopsychosocial context of women's trauma, and the foundational components of staged trauma treatment. Specific tools and approaches are provided for practitioners working with female clients facing challenges such as depression, self-harm, and substance use, making it an essential resource for mental health and addiction service providers.