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Out of Bounds: Sexual Exploitation in Counselling and Therapy - Softcover

Dexter, Janice

 
9780803985346: Out of Bounds: Sexual Exploitation in Counselling and Therapy

Synopsis

A long-overdue exploration of a rarely discussed issue, Out of Bounds clearly and sensitively addresses sexual exploitation in counseling and psychotherapy. The first part of this compelling volume discusses the various dimensions of sexually exploitative practice. It overviews contexts and concepts, examines the effects on clients and suggests strategies for the practitioner to both avoid sexual exploitation and confront it in the organizational context. Throughout, the author relates her theoretical analysis to her own research with clients. The next section of the book addresses implications for practice. It reviews ethical perspectives and outlines the author′s models for understanding and working with sexuality and sexual abuse in the therapeutic setting. The book concludes with recommendations for further work in this area. Practitioners and students in psychotherapy, counseling, clinical psychology, and social work will appreciate Out of Bounds for its forthright treatment of the sensitive subject of sexual exploitation. "Janice Russell′s experience as a counselor, supervisor and trainer within counselling combined with a background in sociology clearly informs her approach to the whole book. . . . The author successfully avoids setting herself up as an authority but seeks instead to open up the debate making possible suggestions for change rather than giving definitive prescriptions. . . . This book is essential reading for all those working in the helping professions-not just counselors and therapists." --Fundamental Review of Psychology

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About the Author

Janice Russell is a freelance trainer and researcher in counselling and supervision. She is an Associate Tutor at the University of Durham and has undertaken extensive work in issues of sexuality and sexual abuse.

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