For many women, choosing to go into therapy to deal with a past traumatic event is a huge step. It takes a lot of time, money and emotional energy. Women, Abuse and Trauma Therapy is for women who are in therapy to deal with the long-term effects of abuse and violence, or who are looking for a therapist.

This straightforward and sensitive guide:

• helps women understand abuse-related trauma and post-traumatic stress
• explains the trauma therapy model, the three stages of treatment, and different treatment approaches
• gives guidance on choosing the right therapist and developing a collaborative alliance with him or her that is healthy and safe
• describes how family and friends can help
• gives information on relevant books, resources and available services
• helps women feel more confident about seeking help and more in control of their healing process.

Lori Haskell, EdD, C.Psych, psychologue clinicienne en cabinet privé, a travaillé sur les problèmes de violence envers les femmes et les enfants. Elle a œuvré pendant plus de 15 ans auprès de survivantes d’agressions sexuelles. Elle a effectué de la recherche sur la prévalence de la violence sexuelle dans la vie des femmes et sur des sujets tels que l’éducation contre la violence et le fémicide conjugal. Mme Haskell est professeure adjointe au département de psychiatrie de l’Université de Toronto.

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