Building Strong Therapeutic Relationships with Children: A Practical Workbook for Mental Health Professionals

By Deborah Schroder, this easy-to-use workbook is a valuable resource for therapists, counselors, and mental health professionals dedicated to establishing and maintaining strong therapeutic relationships with children.

Creating a partnership in the therapy room is crucial, and this comprehensive guide focuses on providing practical guidance on:

• The differences between building relationships with adults and children
• Adapting activities to various settings
• Initiating and sustaining the therapeutic relationship

This workbook is designed to help mental health professionals overcome common challenges when working with children and families, including:

• Addressing anger and anxiety in the therapeutic relationship
• Encouraging open communication and reducing reticence
• Managing separation and change
• Saying goodbye and ending therapy sessions

Introduce creativity into your practice with these innovative exercises, designed to seamlessly integrate into your daily work. Whether you’re a seasoned therapist or just starting your career, this workbook is an essential tool for building strong, effective relationships with your young clients.

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date: December 21, 2022

Language: English

ISBN: 9781787759688, 9781787759695