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In Their Own Words: A Sexual Abuse Workbook for Teenage Girls

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As I Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist I ordered this workbook for use with adolescent and young adult clients who have experienced or are experiencing some form of sexual abuse. Many people who read books about abuse (or who even begin therapy to deal with abuse-related issues) often voice the common complaint that they don't find enough in the way of strategies that address the multi-faceted, roller-coaster-like feelings experienced during this critical time of healing. I have been quite pleased with this workbook, as it normalizes symptoms of hurt, fear, frustration, anger, etc. -- rather than making someone feel like an outcast as they deal with their state of "brokenness". In Their Own Words is a positive, solution-focused workbook that addresses every area one could imagine regarding sexual abuse -- highly recommended!

I am now purchasing several workbooks to keep in my office, just to have them on hand. While this workbook is designed to be used in conjunction with therapy, it may also be beneficial with good, qualified mentoring or in group settings that are therapeutic in nature. It is possible to use this workbook without being in therapy (although there are several exercises related to working through the abuse with a therapist); however, I would recommend additional guidance in the case of younger adolescents.

I have used this workbook for multiple clients who were at different stages of processing and revealing their abuse. It works as a good supplemental tool.

I bought this book even though I don't usually buy things that haven't been previously reviewed by customers. It is a nice book, I read through it abit and it looks pretty good, I would recommend it for teenage girls who are survivors of sexual abuse and maybe professionals who could have their young clients use them.
The book might be helpful along with therapy, if you are more private you could answer the questions on your computer or in a seperate notebook, this might be a helpful tip.

I have used this book numerous time with girls who have been sexually abused but do not have posttraumatic stress disorder. It has been quite helpful and structures the sessions well.

i love all the filling in in this book. it helped me and will continue to do so. if you are thinking about buying this, do not hesitate