Stabilization in Trauma Treatment. A Holistic Cross-method Practical Guide

Stabilization is considered the first of the three phases of trauma treatment and a prerequisite for successful trauma confrontation. But what does stabilization mean, what effect does it have, and above all: what variety of stabilizing interventions are there?

This practical guide presents various approaches and a wealth of different interventions and exercises that have proven themselves in practice. In addition, it clearly shows that stabilization can achieve much more than one might expect: it brings with it a variety of other effects, so that it contributes to a comprehensive strengthening and healing of our clients. Thus, it facilitates, accelerates and expands the process of trauma treatment. A large repertoire of interventions, exercises and suggestions, as well as numerous examples, illustrate its implementation in practice. The book is aimed at psychotherapists, psychologists, physicians and members of other helping professions.

• Variety of methods shows different measures and interventions
• Exercises are hands-on with numerous case discussions
• Unrivaled, first book on the subject

CONTENTS

Front Matter

Basics Relevant to Practice

The Variety of Ways and Means of Stabilization

Fundamental Conditions

Exercises and Interventions

Back Matter