Psychic Assaults and Frightened Clinicians Countertransference in Forensic Settings |
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| Editor:
| Kirtchuk, Gabriel
Gordon, John |
| Series title: | The Forensic Psychotherapy Monograph Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-85575-562-8 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2008 |
| Publisher: | Routledge
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $45.95 |
Book Description:
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'...a fascinating read for mental health workers regardless of their own theoretical background. Working with disturbed and disturbing individuals in secure settings produces strong feelings, and working with those feelings is undoubtedly an essential part of providing care effectively. This book is likely to challenge readers' understandings of their own actions and reactions.' (Dr Neil Brimblecombe, Director of Mental Health Nursing, Department of Health, and Nurse Director,...
More Description'...a fascinating read for mental health workers regardless of their own theoretical background. Working with disturbed and disturbing individuals in secure settings produces strong feelings, and working with those feelings is undoubtedly an essential part of providing care effectively. This book is likely to challenge readers' understandings of their own actions and reactions.' (Dr Neil Brimblecombe, Director of Mental Health Nursing, Department of Health, and Nurse Director, Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust.)