Geweld in afhankelijkheidsrelaties – zoals huiselijk en eergerelateerd geweld, geweld in instellingen en door professionals, maar ook mensenhandel – is de meest voor komende vorm van geweld in onze samenleving. Tal van factoren zijn van invloed op het ontstaan en voortbestaan van dit geweld. Dat maakt dat in de aanpak professionals met verschillende achtergronden onderling en met mensen in nood samen moeten werken. Niemand is tegen samenwerken, sterker nog: tegenwoordig wordt alom geroep...

Steeds vaker lopen mensen vast in de huidige route naar ondersteuning in het sociaal domein. Met de beste bedoelingen worden er plannen gemaakt vóór mensen in plaats van mét de mensen die wakker liggen van de situatie. Betrokkenen ervaren hierdoor dat de situatie niet meer van hen is. Het verlies aan eigenaarschap leidt tot verbroken verbindingen, afstand, wantrouwen en bureaucratie. Dit moet en kan anders.

De Nieuwe Route zorgt voor hernieuwd eigenaarschap over de situatie en de oplossing...

An introduction to the philosophy, theory and practice of the person-centred approach. Focusing on the psychological underpinnings of the approach, this book describes the theory of personality on which it is based and the nature of the therapeutic which is characterised by: unconditional positive regard, empathy, and congruence.

A local community study of tense relations between an established group and outsiders becomes a microcosm that illuminates a range of sociological configurations. The Established and the Outsiders examines the mechanisms of stigmatization, monopolization of power, collective fantasy and `we' and `they' images which support and reinforce divisions in society.

Taking as her starting point the need for students to conduct research for themselves in the `real world', Zina O'Leary guides those new to research through the whys and how-tos of the entire research process. This student-focused book offers a hands on and practical guide to the research process.

Offers a guide to the nature of counselling contracts, why they are needed and how they are made. This book takes account of the BACP ethical framework and covers the legal aspects of contracting, and how to make contracts with trainees. It is intended for trainees and practitioners in counselling and psychotherapy.

Concise, accessible introduction to this expanding and interdisciplinary field of study.

Introducing readers to the key historical and sociological perspectives on childhood, this book includes discussion features to encourage students to be critical and discursive around the subject

Now fully updated to take account of the significant changes in the therapy professions in recent years, this book guides trainees through the practical skills and knowledge they'll need to make a success of their training - from writing essays, through case formulation, and on to preparing for their first meeting with a client.