Tens of thousands of clinicians have used this book–now revised and expanded with 50% new material–to plan and organize effective interventions for children and adolescents who have experienced complex trauma. The Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC) framework can be used with children, parents, and other caregivers in a wide range of settings. The volume guides the clinician to identify key treatment goals and intervene flexibly to strengthen child–caregiver relationships and support healthy development and positive functioning. In a large-size format for easy photocopying, it is packed with case vignettes and clinical tools, including 79 reproducible handouts and forms. Purchasers get access to a webpage where they can download and print the reproducible materials.
New to This Edition
*Reflects the ongoing development of ARC, including important refinements to foundational strategies and treatment targets.
*More than 30 additional handouts and worksheets; all reproducible tools are now downloadable.
*Greater attention to caregiver skill development throughout.
*Addresses ways ARC is being used in nontraditional settings (schools, day care, primary care practices) as well as diverse clinical contexts.
See also Treating Adult Survivors of Childhood Emotional Abuse and Neglect, by Elizabeth K. Hopper, Frances K. Grossman, Joseph Spinazzola, and Marla Zucker, which presents a complementary approach for adults.
sbracy –
Great resource for therapy with children and adolescents
Colleen T –
I am a clinician working with many trauma kids and parents. I had used the first edition of this book and was very pleased with the psychoed, worksheets, and information. This edition added additional worksheets/packets which makes it easy to apply what you know and learn about attachment, regulation, and competency in a variety of settings. I have used the processing packet in a clinic setting, in a school setting, and with inhome therapy. There is an increasing need for mental health practitioners to understand and be able to apply trauma based therapy with children, families, and parents; this book helps increase understanding around the importance of attachment and it’s pivotal role in working with traumatized youths.
Doug Booy –
Good quality for the price.
jesslaurfont –
Amazing resource for professional working in clinical settings with children and families
Jenni-Mae –
Very useful book