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Publisher | Routledge |
ISBN 13 | 9781032423067 |
ISBN 10 | 1032423064 |
Author | Karl Melvin |
Book Format | Paperback |
Language | English |
Book Description | Family estrangement and the stigma attached to it are complex phenomena affecting a great number of people in various ways. In response, Navigating Family Estrangement offers a deep dive into the reality of being estranged in contemporary society.This practical guide looks at how to effectively help estranged adults achieve better outcomes from a variety of perspectives. The author explores the difficulties of working with estrangement, including professional roadblocks such as the six biases that prevent connecting with a client's experience. He delves into the unique seven-step Estrangement Inquiry Model that aims to provide important insight into a client's family history, map out the present estrangement dynamic, and highlight the types of interventions to support their needs. Combining research from a range of different fields with the author's decade of clinical experience, the book is supplemented with five comprehensive case studies to demonstrate the practical strategies that address estrangement challenges.This book offers a clear and collaborative approach to a topic that will be relevant for a range of professionals, including psychotherapists, psychologists, counsellors and social workers. |
About the Author | Karl Melvin is a psychotherapist and Family Estrangement expert. As well as running a busy practice, he delivers training globally to both estranged adults and professionals who are seeking a comprehensive understanding of complex family issues. Originally from Dublin, he lives in the West of Ireland with his wife and two sons and can be contacted via his website for therapy, workshops and seminars, and media requests: www.karlmelvin.com. |
Publication Date | 28 June 2024 |
Number of Pages | 188 pages |
Navigating Family Estrangement: Helping Adults Understand and Manage the Challenges of Family Estrangement