
Integrative Psychotherapeutic Approaches to Autism Spectrum Conditions
Working with Hearts of Glass
- 160 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Integrative Psychotherapeutic Approaches to Autism Spectrum Conditions
Working with Hearts of Glass
About this book
People on the autism spectrum often present with symptoms indicating poor self-awareness or hyper-awareness, low self-esteem, depression and difficulty connecting with others. Treatment which relies on medical and behavioural views of autism risks ignoring emotional factors. This book demonstrates that counselling and emotional support is not only possible for people on the autism spectrum, but essential.
David Moat describes the impact of autism on emotional perception and regulation, and looks at how various therapeutic principles can helpfully be applied to address these issues. He identifies strategies for dealing with common emotional difficulties, including anxiety, anger and depression, as well as techniques for aiding relaxation. Specific approaches to use as part of holistic care are described, including play therapy, the use of imagery and story-making, hypnotherapy, intensive interaction, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and positive psychology.
This is essential reading for all those working therapeutically with people on the autism spectrum, including counsellors, therapists and psychologists, as well as parents.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title
- Contents
- Acknowledgements
- Chapter 1 - Acknowledged, Accepted and Embraced
- Chapter 2 - Integrative Psychotherapeutic Principles
- Chapter 3 - …And Breathe!
- Chapter 4 - Social Coaching
- Chapter 5 - Goals and Targets
- Chapter 6 - Beyond Words
- Chapter 7 - Using Play and Creativity in Therapy
- Chapter 8 - Hypnotherapeutic Techniques
- Chapter 9 - Imagery and Story-making
- Chapter 10 - Anger
- Chapter 11 - Anxiety
- Chapter 12 - Loss and Bereavement
- Chapter 13 - Positive Life Planning
- Chapter 14 - New Developments
- Appendix - Historical Influences on Psychotherapy for Autism