Communicating with Vulnerable Patients: A Novel Psychological Approach

Communicating with Vulnerable Patients is a book that explores ways to improve the communication process between highly vulnerable patients and therapists, based on the assumption of the permanent presence of an 'outsider or potential space in the communication field between them. It presents practical methods to overcome communication issues and engage therapeutically with patients suffering from personality disorders, addiction, and trauma, as well as with deprived children. The book is divided into five parts, and includes case studies illustrating the approach in various contexts. It is intended for professionals, psychotherapists, group therapists, and group analysts working with at-risk populations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Communicating with Vulnerable Patients delves into innovative approaches to enhance the communication process between highly vulnerable patients and therapists, considering the inherent presence of an 'outsider or potential space within the communication field between them. Within this unique space, therapists and highly vulnerable patients can navigate transitional states of mind that arise between and within their therapeutic relationship.

Leticia Castrechini-Franieck, renowned as Maria Leticia Castrechini Fernandes Franieck, offers practical strategies to overcome communication challenges and engage therapeutically with individuals who suffer from personality disorders, addiction, trauma, as well as deprived children. Presented in five distinct parts, Communicating with Vulnerable Patients explores the foundations of communication through a Transient Interactive Communication Approach (TICA). Part one focuses on establishing communication through TICA, while Part two applies TICA in forensic settings, showcasing its effectiveness through five case studies across various contexts. Part three examines TICA's application in intercultural settings, particularly in working with refugees, and Part four outlines adaptations of the approach, such as T-WAS (Together We Are Strong), which aims to prevent the escalation of antisocial behavior in deprived children. Part five concludes with reflections on the outcomes and limitations of both TICA and T-WAS.

This comprehensive book is a valuable resource for professionals, psychotherapists, group therapists, and group analysts who work with at-risk populations. It provides insightful insights and practical techniques to foster effective communication and enhance therapeutic outcomes for vulnerable individuals. By embracing the concept of transitional states of mind within the therapeutic relationship, Communicating with Vulnerable Patients contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities of human interaction and offers valuable guidance for professionals seeking to provide compassionate and effective care.

Weight: 480g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032140421