Strengths-based batterer intervention programs serve as a unique approach to intimate partner violence (IPV), building on individual strengths-not deficits-to help IPV offenders end their abusive lifestyles. This book assists counsellors in providing IPV offenders with the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to permanently change their offending behaviour.
The book discusses emerging theories and presents cutting-edge batterer intervention techniques that use positive psychology, such as solution-focused therapy, strengths-focused cognitive behavioural therapy, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing.
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Family violence professionals must recognize the power their clients have to utilize their strengths, skills, talents, desires, and dreams. It is from these strengths that clients will be able to transform themselves into the people they want to be.
Externalising is a way to objectify problems that are causing difficulties for us. Separating the problem from the person can empower people to eliminate the power of the problem over their lives. In Go Away Mr Worrythoughts Brayden’s life is being affected by constant “worrying” until he decides to take action against “worrying” and stop its influence on his life. Go Away Mr Worrythoughts is a wonderful example of the effectiveness of the externalising process and makes a great book to read to children illustrating that they have... More info
This mini-deck contains 12 colourfully illustrated cards, with powerful affirmations designed to give you an enhanced sense of joy, power, and contentment! Examples of these 12 cards: *I Let* go of all fear and doubt and life becomes simple and easy for me *I am* even-tempered and emotionally well balanced *I relax* all of my neck muscles and I let go of any tension in my shoulders *I am* a capable person and I can handle anything that comes my way Louise L. Hay is a metaphysical... More info
The use of visual aids by a person with Autism, ADHD, Aspergers or other communication problems, can bridge the gap of speech. In other words, initially they learn to communicate in a common language of sight. This set contains 18 cards suitable for a primary school setting: Recess Lunch Assembly Sit at desk Maths English Art Library Sports Playground Teacher School shop School bus Listen Raise hand Clean up Stop Finished These cards have been laminated for longevity, have rounded corners for safety and are attached to a... More info