Choosing to Heal

<p>The number of sexual abuse disclosures by children has been increasing at a steady rate. Therapists are faced with the dilemma of limited resources and training to help them best serve this vulnerable population.</p><p><em>Choosing to Heal</em> breaks new ground as the first resource to use <em>Reality Therapy and Choice Therapy </em>in focusing on the treatment of sexually abused children. Mental health professionals are provided with numerous techniques and strategies to utilize during the treatment process.</p><p>Parents, caretakers, teachers and anyone helping children heal from sexual abuse can obtain an understanding of the process in simple and understandable language. <em>Choosing to Heal</em> is a must-have resource for anyone helping a child heal from sexual abuse.</p> <p>Choice Theory and Reality Therapy. Sexual Abuse and Coping Mechanisms. Survival and Self-preservation. Love and Belonging: Connecting and Caring. Power. Freedom. Fun. Abuse Reporting, Ethics and Cultural Competence. Appendix.</p>